Motorcycle Development Engineer - Advanced Engineering

DescriptionOur global motorcycle manufacturing client is urgently looking to fill the following role:
Motorcycle Development Engineer Advanced Engineering - Up to £50k p.a
+ Benefits - Leicestershire
Role context and purpose:
As a Motorcycle Development Engineer within the Chassis Advanced Engineering team, you will be involved in the creation, evaluation and development of new technologies for future motorcycle products, working from concept stage through to the start of production
This is a small team with a hands-on approach, running quick turnaround diverse projects

Key responsibilities:
- Develop and validate Chassis technologies, systems and components related to; suspension, structures, chassis geometry, braking systems, wheels & tyres, bodywork and ergonomics, considering function, performance, cost, manufacturing and service requirements.
- Produce excellent quality 3D CAD schemes, models and 2D engineering drawings to provide clear understanding of the proposed technology design.
- Support testing department with the fixturing & testing of components & motorcycles.
- Plan and conduct UK and overseas tests, working closely with the whole team including test riders, technicians, engineers and external contractors during development activities.
- Liaise with internal departments such as, Product Strategy, Industrial Design, Sourcing, Vehicle Dynamics, Manufacturing, Quality and Assembly.
Skills / Experience Required:
- Qualified to degree level or similar
- Proficient in producing 2D inspection drawings.
- Proficient in the use of 3D measuring systems.
- 3+ years relevant experience in a similar role
- Experience in vehicle development and component validation testing.
Preferred:
- Experience / knowledge of CREO 3D CAD software is advantageous.
- Practical experience of vehicle maintenance and preparation is advantageous
- Good understanding of motorcycle geometry, chassis layout, ergonomics and chassis construction.
- Knowledge of motorcycle design and development process preferred
- Understanding of the application of regulatory requirements for motorcycles.
Please note to apply for this position, you MUST have a UK passport / valid UK settlement status or a Visa that does not require sponsorship of any kind.
The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment Agency.
Premea is a specialist IT & Engineering recruitment consultancy representing clients in the UK and internationally within the Automotive, Motorsport and Aerospace sectors
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£50,000
Leicestershire
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