Chassis Engineering Manager - Motorcycles

Location: Broughton Astley

Chassis Engineering Manager
- Motorcycles
- Market Salary + Bonus + Benefits
- Leicestershire

Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chassis Engineering Manager - Motorcycles to join our client's Product Vehicle Design & Development team. This role is pivotal in managing the design, delivery, and development of chassis parts across the complete motorcycle. As part of the Chassis Engineering team, you will lead one of three sub-functions:
Aesthetics, Dynamics, or Structures, ensuring the successful execution of projects that meet cost, weight, and specification targets. This position is based at the Client's Technical Centre in the UK and requires excellent communication skills to manage a team across both UK and global locations.

Responsibilities:

Lead the engineering team for the development and validation of components within one of the three sub-functions:
Aesthetics, Dynamics, or Structures.
Conduct daily flow meetings to manage operational execution and workload.
Ensure performance, safety, and regulatory compliance within the New Product Introduction (NPI) framework.
Oversee the development of 3D CAD models (PTC Creo) and 2D engineering drawings to meet cost, quality, and specification targets.
Collaborate with the CAE team to optimize designs for performance.
Manage the creation and release of engineering Bills of Materials (eBOM) in PLM.
Oversee detailed design checking, drawing quality, and component specifications.
Verify and release Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) for assigned aggregates.
Drive standardization and knowledge sharing by creating and distributing updated design guidelines.
Manage component and system testing, including DVP development, failure analysis, and benchmarking.
Work directly with external suppliers to ensure closure of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Process Failure Review (PFR) points.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Product Strategy, Industrial Design, Sourcing, Quality, and Assembly, to align project requirements and timelines.
Manage contractors or technicians allocated to development activities.
Provide training and guidance to team members, fostering professional growth.

Skills &

Qualifications:

Engineering degree (B.E. in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering) or equivalent experience.
10-15 years of experience in OEM or a similar domain, with hands-on CAD experience (preferably ProE - Creo).
Proven experience in effectively managing a team.
Demonstrable track record in engineering design of components and subassemblies for motorcycles.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
Experience in vehicle development, component validation testing, and regulatory compliance for motorcycles.
Familiarity with rapid prototyping methods and their constraints.
Proficiency in Google Suite/MS Office software.

Experience with CREO 3D CAD software preferred.
Understanding of PLM systems preferred.
Practical experience in vehicle maintenance and preparation preferred.
Strong understanding of motorcycle geometry, chassis layout, ergonomics, and chassis construction.

Day-to-Day

Lead and manage a team of engineers to deliver high-quality chassis components.
Conduct daily meetings to monitor progress and address challenges.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
Oversee the creation and validation of engineering designs, ensuring compliance with performance and safety standards.
Engage with suppliers and manufacturing representatives to address design and production challenges.
Provide mentorship and training to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge motorcycle development projects.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Exposure to global engineering practices and cross-functional collaboration.

Additional Information:

This role is offered on a permanent basis.
The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment Agency.
Premea is a specialist engineering recruitment consultancy representing clients in the UK and internationally within the Automotive, Motorsport, and Motorcycle sectors