Senior Development Engineer

Fox Racing Shox • GA, GA

130d

About The Position

FOX is seeking a highly skilled Senior Development Engineer with expertise in mechanical engineering and mechatronics to drive innovation and technology development. This role will focus on developing new concepts through technology demonstrators and proof-of-concept prototypes in the domain of vehicle suspension, vehicle dynamics, and ride dynamics. As a key contributor to our R&D and innovation initiatives, you will work on cutting-edge solutions that push the boundaries of performance in vehicle dynamics. You will also be collaborating with experts from various disciplines, ensuring the successful execution of technology development projects.

Requirements

• Excellent leadership abilities.
• Experience with suspension systems, shock absorbers and vehicle dynamics.
• Experience with a structured product development process and design best practices.
• Experience with automotive vehicle chassis systems.
• Experience with electro-mechanical components, assemblies and systems.
• Ability to work across teams to achieve project goals.
• Understanding of machining, forging, stamping and other manufacturing processes.
• Experience with CAD; 3D models, mechanical prints with GD&T.
• Design experience for high volume manufacturing.
• Thorough understanding of both engineering and manufacturing theories and processes.
• Basic project management skills.
• Comfortable with all phases of the product development lifecycle.
• Component selection and design for reliability and manufacturability.
• Mechanical analysis skills.
• Design, review and document components, structures, and mechanical assemblies.
• Release designs following good documentation principles and configuration control methods.
• Some experience leading departmental and cross-functional projects.
• Capacity to supervise multiple complex projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels and organizations.
• Ability to supervise and mentor other engineers.
• Demonstrated excitement to learn and quickly examine tough technical problems.
• Passion for creating robust, reliable products with an excellent commitment to quality.
• Strong interpersonal skills including ownership, self-motivated, problem solving, analytical, team player, innovative, creative, communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• B.S. or M.S in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering.
• 10+ years of mechanical design, analysis and testing experience.
• 5+ years of being a team lead on a project consisting of a complex mechanical system.
• Proficient in CAD detail design (Creo preferred).
• Expert understanding of application of mechanical engineering principles applied to vehicle suspension components and hydraulic elements.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology development from concept generation to functional prototypes by working with an interdisciplinary team.
• Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, lead design reviews, perform validation testing and drive system-level optimizations.
• Communicate and interface with team members, representatives from other departments, and internal customers regarding problem/opportunity definitions, project scope, and project status.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic technology roadmaps.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new concepts and technologies.
• Participate/lead creative brainstorming sessions to solve technical challenges.
• Travel on location to support assembly, testing and verification of new designs.
• Create 3D models, 2D prints in CAD utilizing design standards, best practices and GD&T.
• Conduct system modeling, simulation, and validation of suspension and ride dynamics.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Access to great benefits and employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees