A2MAC1 - Decode the future

Senior Chassis Engineer

A2MAC1 - Decode the future

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Munich • Germany

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Lead high-complexity chassis cost benchmarks, design-to-cost (DtC) studies, and system-level analyses
  • Develop cost structures aligned with industrial process flows and costing guidelines
  • Apply and challenge bottom-up costing and DtC methodologies
  • Analyze product design, materials (steel, aluminum, substitution strategies), manufacturing processes, tooling, purchased components, and supply chain logic
  • Identify key cost drivers (materials, tooling investment, cycle time, energy, labor, logistics)
  • Ensure analytical rigor, traceability, and consistency in deliverables
  • Translate complex technical analyses into clear business insights and recommendations
  • Act as a key technical interface with customers and internal stakeholders
  • Lead technical deep-dive discussions and support design-to-cost initiatives
  • Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing across teams
  • Contribute to the development of costing standards, tools, and methodologies

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in chassis design engineering, automotive cost engineering, or purchasing
  • Strong experience with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics
  • Strong expertise in chassis systems (axles, steering, brakes) and associated technologies
  • Deep understanding of materials, structural design considerations (crashworthiness, stiffness, weight reduction, durability), and cost drivers
  • Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes and tooling concepts
  • Strong experience with design-to-cost and cost modeling methodologies
  • Ability to analyze complex systems and identify cost optimization opportunities
  • Strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills in an international environment
  • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with costing tools is a plus
  • Fluent in English; German is a plus
Benefits
  • - Monthly subsidy of 50 EUR for your Wellpass to support your health and wellbeing
  • - Meal subsidies for the company canteen
  • - Work in an international environment with exciting challenges and a dynamic team spirit
  • - Join team events such as B2Run, Oktoberfest, and Christmas celebrations
  • - Free fresh fruit, coffee, tea, water, and nuts to support a pleasant and healthy work environment
  • - A modern office located directly at Laimer Bahnhof – easily accessible by public transport and car, including employee parking spaces
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Hard Skills & Tools
chassis design engineeringautomotive cost engineeringcost modeling methodologiesmanufacturing processestooling conceptsmaterials analysisstructural design considerationscost optimizationdesign-to-cost methodologiescost structures
Soft Skills
analytical thinkingstructured problem-solvingattention to detailcommunication skillspresentation skillsmentoringknowledge sharingstakeholder engagementtechnical interfacebusiness insights
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Automotive EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in MechatronicsMaster’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Automotive EngineeringMaster’s degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Mechatronics