Product Development Engineer – Suspension
Schaeffler
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Troy • Missouri • United States
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About the role
- Our Chassis Suspension Development team is seeking passionate mechanical engineers to innovate new suspension-based chassis mechatronic products, taking products from CAD design to test track validation.
- Create detailed mechanical designs for suspension actuators, including 3D modeling, drafting, and prototyping.
- Ensure designs meet performance, safety, and durability requirements.
- Perform simulations and finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate the performance and structural integrity of actuator components.
- Optimize designs based on analysis results to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Identify and select appropriate materials for actuator components, considering factors such as strength, weight, and cost.
- Ensure materials meet industry standards and application requirements.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software developers, and manufacturing personnel.
- Ensure seamless integration of mechanical designs with other system components and vehicle architecture.
- Develop and execute test plans on-bench and on-vehicle to validate system performance and reliability.
- Analyze test data and iterate on designs to address any issues or improvements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- Advanced degrees or specialized courses in automotive design or vehicle dynamics preferred
- 5+ Years experience in computer-aided design (CAD) software such as Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA (or similar software) for creating detailed mechanical designs and 3D models.
- Deep understanding of chassis suspension systems, including but not limited to coil springs, shock absorbers, sway bars, and active-chassis products, with experience in designing and optimizing these systems.
- Strong analytical skills for performing simulations and finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate and optimize the performance of mechanical components.
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve design challenges.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to document and present design processes, test results, and technical specifications clearly and concisely.
- Hands-on vehicle experience and vehicle dynamics knowledge are strongly preferred.
- Must have legal authorization to work in the US. (This role does not offer visa sponsorship or support.)
Benefits
- Please see all our medical, dental, and vision insurance offerings at Schaeffler
- Life insurance and 401k eligible with up to 6% company match
- Eligible for annual bonus & merit-based salary increases
- Regular employee appreciation and company events
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
mechanical design3D modelingdraftingprototypingfinite element analysis (FEA)simulationsCAD softwarechassis suspension systemsdesign optimizationmaterial selection
Soft Skills
analytical skillstroubleshootingproblem-solvingteamworkcommunicationdocumentationpresentation skills
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringadvanced degrees in automotive designspecialized courses in vehicle dynamics