As Module Lead Chassis (Vehicle Dynamics / Driving Behaviour), you take technical ownership of the vehicle's dynamic characteristics from concept phase through to series production.
You define the vehicle dynamics targets and ensure that chassis, steering, braking, tyres and vehicle control systems work together to deliver the intended driving behaviour and vehicle character.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Technical ownership of vehicle dynamics and driving behaviour at complete vehicle level
- Definition and management of vehicle dynamics targets, attributes and measurable KPIs
- Translation of vehicle-level targets into system and component requirements for suspension, steering, braking, tyres and vehicle dynamics control systems
- Development and evaluation of handling, steering behaviour, lateral and longitudinal dynamics, stability and body control
- Planning and execution of vehicle dynamics development, tuning and validation activities
- Objective assessment based on vehicle measurement data combined with subjective vehicle evaluation
- Definition of test manoeuvres, measurement methods, KPIs and acceptance criteria
- Analysis and correlation of simulation, test-rig and vehicle test results
- Root-cause analysis of vehicle dynamics issues and definition of technical countermeasures
- Integration and optimisation of mechanical chassis systems and ESC / vehicle motion control functions
- Technical coordination of suppliers and engineering service providers
- Technical assessment and sign-off of vehicle dynamics maturity
Requirements
- Degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering or comparable
- Several years of professional experience in vehicle dynamics, chassis or complete vehicle development
- In-depth knowledge of lateral, longitudinal and vertical vehicle dynamics, tyre characteristics, suspension kinematics and compliance, steering and braking systems, spring/damper systems, and ESC / vehicle dynamics control systems
- Proven experience in vehicle dynamics testing, chassis tuning and subjective vehicle assessment
- Strong capability in vehicle measurement, data analysis and signal evaluation
- Experience with vehicle dynamics modelling and simulation
- Experience in defining and executing verification and validation at simulation, test-rig and vehicle level
- Strong understanding of the interaction between mechanical chassis characteristics and electronically controlled vehicle dynamics systems
- Experience with technical requirements, specifications and automotive development processes through to series production
- Driving licence and extensive experience with engineering test vehicles; advanced proving-ground driving qualification is advantageous
Benefits
- Responsible tasks
- Attractive compensation
- 30 days of vacation per year
- Flexible working hours
- Company pension scheme
- Corporate benefits
- Excellent transportation links by car or train, plus a company subsidy for public transportation passes or parking option
- We believe in the benefits of working together on-site, as it promotes collaboration, efficiency, team spirit and problem solving at their very best; mobile working is possible depending on business needs.
If the role sounds of interest and you want to learn more, please apply.
Contact: Matthias Rühl, Senior Engineering Manager
We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic background, or sexual identity.
If your application is successful one of our team members will be in touch to arrange an initial conversation!