Lead the Future of Vehicle Dynamics Development
Are you a Vehicle Dynamics expert looking for an opportunity to influence cutting-edge automotive programmes across OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers and emerging mobility innovators?
We are seeking a Chief Engineer - Vehicle Dynamics to take ownership of the technical delivery of vehicle dynamics testing and development programmes, working with a diverse portfolio of global automotive customers.
This is a high-profile engineering role for an experienced technical specialist who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and driving excellence across multiple projects.
This position offers the opportunity to shape technical strategy, mentor engineering teams, and play a pivotal role in delivering innovative vehicle development programmes.
What we can offer you:
* £75,000 - £85,000 salary (dependent on experience).
* Company car or car allowance.
* Generous holiday allowance
* Opportunity to work with leading automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers and start-ups.
* Exposure to advanced vehicle dynamics, simulation and development programmes.
* Influence over technical direction, capability growth and engineering best practice.
* Collaborative and specialist engineering environment.
The Role:
As Chief Engineer - Vehicle Dynamics, you will lead the technical delivery of vehicle dynamics test and development programmes across passenger vehicles and other vehicle platforms. Projects may involve physical testing, virtual development, simulation activities or integrated programmes combining both.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading the technical delivery of vehicle dynamics testing and development programmes.
* Acting as the vehicle dynamics subject matter expert across customer projects.
* Providing technical guidance, mentoring and support to engineers and technicians.
* Ensuring successful delivery of vehicle dynamics development activities to customer requirements.
* Supporting the development and execution of vehicle dynamics technical strategy.
* Building strong relationships with OEM, Tier 1 and technology customers.
* Driving continuous improvement of engineering processes, methodologies and tools.
* Supporting business growth through technical expertise and customer engagement.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will have a strong background in vehicle dynamics development and a passion for technical excellence.
You will ideally possess:
* Proven experience in automotive vehicle dynamics testing and development.
* Experience gained within an OEM, Tier 1 supplier, automotive consultancy or specialist engineering environment.
* Ability to provide technical leadership for vehicle dynamics engineering teams.
* Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
* Degree qualification in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
* Full UK driving licence and Proving Ground Track Permit (essential).
This Chief Engineer Vehicle Dynamics role is commutable from Coventry, Birmingham, Tamworth, Rugby, Leicester, Warwick, Northampton, Leamington Spa, Solihull and surrounding areas.
To apply please send your CV to Luke Smith at Euro Projects Recruitment Ltd.
Visit the Euro Projects Recruitment website to search our latest permanent, contract and interim vacancies.
“Please note that if you are not contacted within the next ten days then your application, on this occasion, has not been successful. We thank you for taking the time to apply.”
This job is posted by Euro Projects Recruitment, a recruitment consultancy specialising in engineering and manufacturing appointments from tool room to boardroom. We combine over 100 years of technical knowledge and recruitment expertise to introduce the best candidates to the best companies. We are passionate about your future and persistent in our efforts to secure you the right job
Salary description
£75000.00 - £85000.00 per year