Axle Geometry Engineer

About the job

What to expect

Reporting to the Axle Function & Integration Group Leader, this role requires an individual to support the delivery of the design of the suspension/axle concept and associated CAD geometry to meet the agreed timing for multiple nameplates off a platform.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Support the development of the Axle CAD concept and integration of corner modules and axle links into subframes and rest of vehicle for all vehicles across a platform
• Respond to work requests and follow technical direction, methods and processes provided by the Solution Architect, in order to complete programme deliverables
• Create suspension layout studies and check packaging including consideration of kinematics, dynamic envelopes (e.g. wheel envelope), compliances, tuning and component variability
• Generate suspension hard point datasheets for release, plus selected other chassis geometry datasheets (e.g. anti-roll bar routing) and cascade these to all relevant areas of the business
• Generate and complete the DVP for suspension assemblies for the requirements that depend on CAD as the validation tool (for example clearance checks)
• Work with different Chassis departments and other Groups to ensure ‘best practice/should designs’ are included in concept studies
• Work as part of the wider team to solve package and geometry related issues in a timely manner
• Create specialist assemblies and package volumes for use by manufacturing, vehicle packaging and other Groups
• Liaise with Axle Performance Engineer to confirm feasibility of Axle Suspension Design Specification targets
• Develop new processes and techniques to improve the Axle design process, in order to meet the timing requirements of current and future programmes
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested 

What you'll need

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

 Essential:

• Engineering degree qualified or equivalent experience
• Previous experience of supporting the resolution of business, technical and process issues
• Experienced user of Catia v5 with Teamcenter and Catia v6 with Enovia (3DExperience) with a working knowledge of kinematics
• Good working knowledge of chassis systems
• Good knowledge of suspension design, suspension packaging & functional requirements
• High levels of personal organisation, driven, self-motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision
• Good problem-solving skills
• Candidates must be committed, flexible and able to work under pressure
• Willingness to learn and introduce new methods to increase personal and team effectiveness

Desirable:

• Good working knowledge of Axle System Targets and Attribute Interaction
• Understanding of whole vehicle packaging
• Understanding of Associative Vehicle Architecture modelling principles
• A good working knowledge of product creation & delivery, change control, product definition and change management processes
• Broad understanding and knowledge of general vehicle components, systems and sub-systems

SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes Jaguar Land Rover the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At Jaguar Land Rover, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage. 

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

Jaguar Land Rover is committed to equal opportunity for all.