Overview
Senior Design Engineer : Motorcycle Suspension role at TipTopJob. Our global motorcycle manufacturing client is urgently looking to fill this role in Leicestershire.
Responsibilities
* Develop suspension, tyres, chassis geometry, braking systems and ergonomics for new and updated chassis projects, considering function, cost and product requirements.
* Produce excellent quality inspection data and 2D inspection drawings.
* Develop and help maintain development and test procedures; follow development and test procedures.
* Produce supporting documentation for development tests and activities.
* Liaise with internal departments (Product Strategy, Industrial Design, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality and Assembly) and external suppliers.
* Consider and comply with regulatory requirements where needed and have an understanding of their application for motorcycles.
* Manage own time and workload effectively; create and manage timing plans for areas of responsibility.
* Mentor new engineers within the team and support the training and development of engineers.
* Provide guidance to other team members and represent the development team in interdepartmental meetings in the absence of the team leader or lead engineer.
* Plan and conduct UK and overseas tests, responsible for the whole team including riders, technicians, engineers and external contractors during development activities.
Skills/Experience Required
* Minimum of 2 years experience in engineering design and chassis setup (motorcycles ideally).
* Good knowledge of suspension systems, tyres, wheels and braking systems.
* Good understanding of motorcycle geometry, chassis layout, ergonomics and chassis construction.
* Practical experience of vehicle maintenance and preparation along with suspension unit service and maintenance is advantageous.
* Experience in chassis development testing; some experience in 3D CAD design; knowledge of CREO is advantageous.
* Knowledge or interest in Chassis Development and testing; knowledge of motorcycle design and development process preferred; understanding of PLM systems preferred; past experience in development tests preferred.
Education
* Qualified to degree level or similar; proficient in producing 2D inspection drawings and in the use of 3D measuring systems.
Additional Information
* This role is on a permanent basis.
* The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment Agency.
* Premea is a specialist IT and Engineering recruitment consultancy representing clients in the UK and internationally within the Automotive, Motorsport and Aerospace sectors.
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