Associate Chassis Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Design and develop novel chassis concepts, including brakes, steering, suspension, wheels, and tires .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeLong Beach • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,400 - $168,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in chassis design and development, focusing on vehicle dynamics, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in advanced engineering analysis and 3D CAD modeling to optimize vehicle performance and safety attributes.

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Chassis Design3D CAD ModelingVehicle DynamicsManufacturing ProcessesTechnical Communication

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringAutomotive EngineeringStaticsDynamicsMaterials EngineeringThermal EngineeringChassis ArchitecturesKinematicsElastokinematicsGD&T

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional PartnershipTechnical Communication

Tools & Technologies

3DEXPERIENCEAtlassian JIRAConfluence

Industry Keywords

Electric Vehicle (EV) PlatformsManufacturing FeasibilityAgile Project TrackingTechnical DocumentationRoot Cause Analysis

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop novel chassis concepts, including brakes, steering, suspension, wheels, and tires
Balance driving dynamics, vehicle mass, cost, efficiency, manufacturability, and serviceability
Challenge legacy design requirements and define data-driven, first-principles specifications for system sizing, functional performance, and safety attributes
Align system performance targets with regulatory standards, customer requirements, and vehicle dynamics
Evaluate and validate manufacturing, assembly, and service feasibility in collaboration with manufacturing, service, and launch teams
Use advanced engineering analysis tools to simulate, stress-test, and iterate design proposals before physical build
Lead design, build, and validation testing at component, subsystem, and full-vehicle levels
Conduct subjective and objective evaluations of braking, steering, ride, and handling attributes across production vehicles, prototype test mules, and driver-in-the-loop simulators
Analyze test data to troubleshoot root causes, iterate designs, and refine vehicle performance attributes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
1 year of cumulative automotive engineering experience or related mobility sector experience
Exposure to electric vehicle (EV) platforms preferred
Solid foundation in statics, dynamics, materials, and thermal engineering principles
Practical application of engineering principles to complex vehicle systems and manufacturing processes
Strong proficiency in 3D CAD modeling; 3DEXPERIENCE preferred
Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills
Track record of effective cross-functional partnership
Knowledge of chassis architectures, kinematics, elastokinematics, and vehicle dynamics fundamentals
Understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes, including castings, forgings, stampings, and extrusions
Knowledge of technical drawing practices and GD&T per ASME standards
Knowledge of agile project tracking and technical documentation tools such as Atlassian JIRA and Confluence
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time
Visa sponsorship available