Hybrid Senior Chassis Engineer

at A2MAC1 - Decode the future

• Job title: Senior Chassis Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Munich, Germany

About the role

• Chassis Senior Engineer delivering high-quality costing analyses and technical insights for chassis systems in the automotive industry. Supporting product development and cost optimization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-complexity chassis cost benchmarks, design-to-cost (DtC) studies, and system-level analyses
• Develop cost structures aligned with industrial process flows and costing guidelines
• Apply and challenge bottom-up costing and DtC methodologies
• Analyze product design, materials (steel, aluminum, substitution strategies), manufacturing processes, tooling, purchased components, and supply chain logic
• Identify key cost drivers (materials, tooling investment, cycle time, energy, labor, logistics)
• Ensure analytical rigor, traceability, and consistency in deliverables
• Translate complex technical analyses into clear business insights and recommendations
• Act as a key technical interface with customers and internal stakeholders
• Lead technical deep-dive discussions and support design-to-cost initiatives
• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing across teams
• Contribute to the development of costing standards, tools, and methodologies

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in chassis design engineering, automotive cost engineering, or purchasing
• Strong experience with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics
• Strong expertise in chassis systems (axles, steering, brakes) and associated technologies
• Deep understanding of materials, structural design considerations (crashworthiness, stiffness, weight reduction, durability), and cost drivers
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes and tooling concepts
• Strong experience with design-to-cost and cost modeling methodologies
• Ability to analyze complex systems and identify cost optimization opportunities
• Strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in an international environment
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with costing tools is a plus
• Fluent in English; German is a plus

Benefits

• Monthly subsidy of 50 EUR for your Wellpass to support your health and wellbeing
• Meal subsidies for the company canteen
• Work in an international environment with exciting challenges and a dynamic team spirit
• Join team events such as B2Run, Oktoberfest, and Christmas celebrations
• Free fresh fruit, coffee, tea, water, and nuts to support a pleasant and healthy work environment
• A modern office located directly at Laimer Bahnhof – easily accessible by public transport and car, including employee parking spaces