Don’t just go to work; become part of a unique company within a fast-moving industry. Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe – creating excitement through team spirit and advanced technology!
We are looking for a Principal Engineer (m/f/d) Mechanical who take responsibility for design projects of various suspension components and assemblies, kinematic and full suspension layout studies to be part of our research and development and works motorsport team in Cologne, Germany.
Are you a team player who thrives on responsibility, with strong analytical and negotiating skills? Then you are the right person to take on this challenge. Experience team work and be inspired by the passion of our 450-strong workforce for motorsport and automotive projects.
What we offer:
- exciting projects and a place for technical freedom and innovation to get things moving
- attractive benefits packages e.g. competitive remuneration, social benefits, 30 days annual holiday, car leasing, free on-site gym
- a challenging, fulfilling workplace in a multi-national company within a familiar atmosphere - driven by fascination and passion
Your tasks:
- be responsible for conceptual and detail design of race suspensions
- undertake suspensions kinematic layouts, calculation and validation of suspensions
- be in charge of producing designs (including the respective tooling) and drawings as well as providing full documentation in English
- ensure on-time delivery of projects within agreed cost limits
The successful candidate will:
- hold a competitive degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering or equivalent
- show significant experience in design of motorsport components
- have extraordinary design skills in conjunction with dedicated knowledge of state-of-the-art technology and materials
- display high level knowledge and relevant experience in motorsport parts layout and the design of high performance components
- have interest in supporting our automotive engineering prototype projects as well
- be proficient with CATIA V5: solids, surfaces & drafting, FEM and the classical calculation methods, data management systems (Teamcenter) and MS Office
- be a team player who demonstrates a responsible, analytical and creative working style with solid project management capabilities, good interpersonal skills and a flexible approach to working hours as well as the ability to deliver high quality to tight deadlines