Chassis engineer

Gordon Murray Design Limited currently has an exciting opportunity for a Chassis Engineer to join our Design, Development and Engineering Centre based in Shalford, Surrey (just outside Guildford).

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Chief Engineer – Vehicle Engineering & Simulation, you will be responsible for Design activities in the chassis design team

• Responsibility for designing chassis systems; including steering Racks, EPAS steering columns, suspension components, wheels, brake systems using CATIA V5

• You will be required to keep up to date with the latest technologies in the industry

• You will be required to liaise with the prototype workshop to define components and support test vehicle build

• Liaise with project management and purchasing to ensure budgetary and timing plans are met

• Ensure designs meet with all relevant regulatory requirements

• Conduct meeting with suppliers and technical partners

• Schedule own activities to promote engineering deliverables that meet required specifications

Experience and qualifications:

• The candidate should be degree qualified with preferably a degree in mechanical engineering

• Experience in motorsport and sports cars is essential

• Ideally skilled in working with CATIA V5 and using Excel

• Capable of carrying out hand calculations for components and correct material choices

• Have some knowledge & experience of EPAS, active suspension systems

• Understanding of bush design for NVH, ride and handling

• Good working knowledge of ABS, ESC and TC

• Ability to use FEA software would be an advantage

To apply:

Please send an up-to-date CV, including details of your current salary and quoting Job Reference Number GMD0495 to:

Human Resources,

Gordon Murray Design Limited,

Wharfside,

Broadford Park,

Shalford,

Surrey

GU4 8EP

Email: hr@gordonmurraydesign.com