https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-design-engineer-vehicle-and-suspension-engineering-matchtech--cfd00c79-2f21-4a8f-899b-065090a6b46e RSS feed for Principal Design Engineer - Vehicle and Suspension Engineering at Matchtech. en-gb Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:54:48 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-design-engineer-vehicle-and-suspension-engineering-matchtech--cfd00c79-2f21-4a8f-899b-065090a6b46e https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-design-engineer-vehicle-and-suspension-engineering-matchtech--cfd00c79-2f21-4a8f-899b-065090a6b46e Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Royal Leamington Spa | Salary: £45 - £55/hour Hybrid | Type: Contract | Our client, a leading name in the automotive industry, is currently seeking a Principal Design Engineer specialising in Vehicle and Suspension Engineering for a contract position based in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. This role offers a hybrid working model. Key Responsibilities: Conceptual and definitive 3D mechanical design of systems, system assemblies, and complex components such as subframes, suspension knuckles, control arms, tie rods, and pitman arms Undertaking detailed mechanical design work including basic stress calculations, FMEA''s, 2D detailing, 2D layouts, and tolerance stacks Collaborating closely with FEA and Simulation teams to ensure product validation requirements are met Working cooperatively with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure compliance with DFMA requirements Managing the Bill of Materials and creating technical reports and documentation as required for engineering projects Liaising with suppliers and other internal departments to ensure timely access to necessary information Coaching and mentoring design engineers in design techniques and potentially taking on project roles such as Lead Designer Understanding market sector trends a... Contract