Overview
We are seeking an experienced Chassis Project Engineer to support the development of a low-volume, niche high-performance sportscar programme. This role focuses on steering and braking systems integration within a specialist automotive environment. It is a hands-on engineering and delivery role rather than a pure CAD design position, ideal for someone who enjoys taking responsibility for subsystem development, validation, and production readiness.
The programme utilises a number of carry-over components, so the emphasis will be on engineering integration, Design for Manufacture (DFM), validation, and ensuring systems perform as intended within a new vehicle application.
Key Responsibilities
Lead chassis engineering activities related to steering systems and braking systems, with some involvement in suspension interfaces.
Manage and deliver integration of steering column and brake reservoir systems into the vehicle architecture.
Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles to ensure components and assemblies are production-ready for low-volume manufacturing.
Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical issues and ensure timely delivery of parts and systems.
Support component and system validation activities, including test planning, issue investigation, and sign-off.
Assess and manage carry-over components to ensure compatibility with the new vehicle platform.
Coordinate engineering changes, documentation, and technical reviews across the chassis domain.
Support build phases including prototype, development, and pre-production vehicles.
Key Tasks
Steering column integration and validation.
Brake reservoir packaging, installation, and system checks.
Interface management between chassis subsystems and vehicle architecture.
Issue tracking and resolution during development and build phases.
DFM reviews with manufacturing and supplier teams.
Support vehicle builds and engineering sign-off activities.
Experience & Skills Required
Proven experience as a Chassis Engineer or Chassis Project Engineer within the automotive industry.
Strong knowledge of steering and braking systems; exposure to suspension systems is beneficial.
Experience working on low-volume or specialist vehicle programmes is highly desirable.
Good understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) and engineering validation processes.
Experience managing or integrating carry-over components within new vehicle platforms.
Ability to work cross-functionally with suppliers, manufacturing, and vehicle engineering teams.
Practical, delivery-focused engineering mindset.
Additional Information
Contract role assessed as outside IR35.
Rate approximately £40 per hour depending on experience.
Opportunity to work on an exciting high-performance sportscar programme within a specialist automotive environment.
Apply Now
If you are a chassis engineer who enjoys delivering real vehicles rather than purely designing parts, and you want to be involved in a specialist sportscar programme, we would like to hear from you