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Junior Brake/Suspension Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA
Location
Chelsea, Michigan, United States
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Vehicle Dynamics, or a related field
  • Strong interest in automotive engineering, vehicle dynamics, and hands-on vehicle development
  • Willingness to drive test vehicles and work directly on mechanical components
  • Basic understanding of brake systems, suspension systems, and vehicle dynamics
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and understand how component changes affect vehicle behavior
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Nice to have
  • Automotive industry experience
  • Experience with SAE Baja, Formula SAE, or other collegiate automotive racing teams
  • Participation in autocross, road racing, off-road racing, or other vehicle-related racing activities
  • Hands-on experience with brake pad changes, suspension adjustments, vehicle maintenance, or tuning
  • Experience with vehicle testing, data collection, or basic vehicle dynamics analysis
What the job really is

The Junior Brake/Suspension Engineer will support the development of vehicle brake and suspension systems through hands-on testing and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include driving test vehicles to evaluate performance, documenting and resolving issues, and collaborating with senior engineers on vehicle dynamics improvements. This role is ideal for recent graduates with practical automotive experience from projects like SAE Baja or Formula SAE.

Things to weigh
  • Entry-level position may have limited immediate responsibilities
  • No specific salary or benefits mentioned in the posting
  • Hands-on work may require physical labor and mechanical skills
Job score2.6/5
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Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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