Suspension Design Engineer

Posted 19 Days Ago
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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 drawings, bills of materials, and engineering documentation; plan prototype testing and analyze results. Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and quality standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, present technical solutions, support customers, and contribute to continuous improvement. The role requires automotive engineering experience, CAD proficiency, GD&T knowledge, manufacturing-process understanding, and familiarity with DFMEA, PFMEA, or Six Sigma.
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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
  • Working knowledge of GD&T, 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 seals, including selection, application, and dynamic sealing design
  • Knowledge or experience specifying and integrating bearing systems
  • Understanding of material properties, selection, and behavior under load and temperature
  • Knowledge of tribology and friction principles in mechanical design
  • Design and understanding of hydraulic systems and fluid power components
  • Experience with electromechanical systems and sensors

Multimatic Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Multimatic and has not been reviewed or approved by Multimatic.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health insurance and benefits are often described as strong or competitive, with some locations offering coverage from the first day and programs like education assistance and PPE/boot allowances. Feedback suggests retirement matching (401k/RRSP) and paid time off contribute positively to the overall package.
  • Retirement Support — RRSP matching in Canada and 401(k) match in the U.S. are frequently cited as part of the benefits offering. Feedback suggests these elements enhance the perceived value of total compensation, particularly for full-time employees.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and paid time off are commonly referenced across regions, though specific accruals and eligibility can vary. Feedback suggests these programs are a meaningful part of the benefits package when available from the start date.

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The Company
HQ: Markham
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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