Suspension Design Engineer

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Thetford, Breckland, Norfolk, England, GBR
In-Office
Entry level
Automotive • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Design, model, develop, and validate automotive suspension components and assemblies from concept through production. Create engineering drawings, bills of materials, and technical documentation; plan and analyze prototype testing; ensure compliance with standards; present solutions to customers; and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. The role requires automotive engineering experience, CAD expertise, GD&T knowledge, manufacturing-process understanding, and familiarity with DFMEA, PFMEA, and Six Sigma. Desirable skills include seals, bearings, materials, tribology, hydraulics, electromechanical systems, and sensors.
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The Role 

We are seeking a talented and motivated Suspension Design Engineer to join our growing team at the Multimatic Technical Centre Europe (MTCE). You will play a hands-on role in the design, development, and validation of advanced suspension systems and components for a range of high-profile automotive programmes. 

From concept through to production, you will be involved in creating innovative design solutions, building and testing prototypes, and supporting our customers with world-class engineering documentation and technical expertise. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Design & model suspension components and assemblies using Siemens NX CAD software, from initial concept through to production-intent design. 

  • Create and maintain engineering records, including drawings, bills of materials, and design documentation to the highest standards. 

  • Plan and conduct physical testing of engineering prototypes, analysing results and feeding findings back into the design process. 

  • Ensure all components and assemblies meet applicable regulatory, industry, and customer-specific standards. 

  • Present design solutions and technical reports to both internal stakeholders and external customers. 

  • Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams, supporting programme delivery and contributing to continuous improvement (Kaizen) activities. 

  • Uphold quality management standards (e.g. IATF 16949, ISO 9001) and maintain the highest levels of information security and prototype protection. 

Essential Qualifications & Experience 

  • Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or similar discipline), or equivalent project experience performing engineering design tasks. 

  • Experience in automotive engineering or a closely related field. 

  • Strong working knowledge of computer-aided design tools (e.g. CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks). 

  • Good working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing ideally to ASME Y14.5) 

  • Understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to suspension components. 

  • Working knowledge of failure mode avoidance tools (e.g. DFMEA, PFMEA, Six Sigma). 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. 

  • Must hold a current passport and driving license and be willing to travel as required. 

Desirable Experience 

The following areas of knowledge or experience are highly desirable and will strengthen your application: 

  • Seals  selection, application, and design for dynamic sealing systems. 

  • Bearings — specification and integration of bearing systems in rotating or sliding assemblies. 

  • Material behaviour — understanding of material properties, selection, and behaviour under load and temperature 

  • Friction — tribology principles and their application in mechanical design. 

  • Hydraulics — design and understanding of hydraulic systems and fluid power components. 

  • Electromechanical systems and sensors 

 

What We Offer 

  • The opportunity to work on world-class automotive and motorsport programmes alongside a highly skilled and passionate team. 

  • A collaborative, engineering-first culture that values innovation and technical growth. 

  • Exposure to cutting-edge suspension technologies across a diverse and exciting customer base. 

  • A supportive environment that encourages professional development and continuous learning. 

To learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psOjJIh3t90

If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.

We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

Skills Required

  • Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline, or equivalent project experience performing engineering design tasks
  • Experience in automotive engineering or a closely related field
  • Strong working knowledge of computer-aided design tools such as CATIA, Siemens NX, or SolidWorks
  • Good working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, ideally to ASME Y14.5
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to suspension components
  • Working knowledge of failure mode avoidance tools, such as DFMEA, PFMEA, or Six Sigma
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Current passport and driving license
  • Willingness to travel as required
  • Knowledge or experience with dynamic sealing systems, bearings, material behavior, tribology, hydraulics, electromechanical systems, or sensors
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The Company
5,600 Employees
Year Founded: 1984

What We Do

Multimatic Inc. is a privately held Canadian global automotive supplier providing engineered components, vehicle systems, complete vehicles, and engineering services to original-equipment manufacturers worldwide. Its manufacturing expertise spans suspension systems, composites, mechanisms, and structures, while its engineering activities include automotive electronics integration and software engineering. The company operates manufacturing divisions and engineering facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia in support of global vehicle production.

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