Chassis Value Optimization Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Chassis Value Optimization Engineer to support cost reduction and value optimization initiatives for chassis systems across current and future vehicle programs. In this role, you will work cross-functionally with Design, Purchasing, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, and Finance teams to identify, evaluate, and implement cost-saving opportunities while maintaining strict standards for vehicle performance, quality, durability, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost-reduction and value-enhancement initiatives for key chassis systems, including suspension, steering, brakes, wheels, tires, frames, and subframes.
• Analyze component costs, design feasibility, manufacturing processes, and supplier proposals to hit aggressive cost-reduction targets.
• Partner with Design Release Engineers (DREs), Purchasing, Suppliers, Manufacturing, and Program Management to implement approved design and process changes.
• Conduct engineering trade-off analyses balancing cost, weight, quality, durability, and overall performance.
• Support competitive vehicle teardowns and industry benchmarking activities to identify best practices.
• Review engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and CAD data to uncover new optimization opportunities.
• Monitor cost-saving projects, report progress to management, and ensure timely implementation within product development milestones.
• Support validation activities to ensure all design updates meet strict internal engineering standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3–7 years of experience in Automotive Chassis Engineering, Cost Engineering, Value Engineering, or Product Optimization.
• Strong understanding of chassis systems, manufacturing processes, and the overall automotive product development lifecycle.
• Proven track record of working effectively with cross-functional engineering teams and tier-1/tier-2 suppliers.
• Solid working knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, GD&T, and engineering change management processes.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with OEM automotive product development processes and engineering workflows.
• Hands-on exposure to CAD and PLM software (e.g., CATIA V5/V6, Teamcenter, Windchill).
• Direct experience leading value engineering, teardowns, or benchmarking projects.
• Background in supplier cost structure analysis and advanced manufacturing processes.

About the company

SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, boosting the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences, and telecoms. With a presence in more than 30 countries and 140 locations worldwide, the Group prioritizes close relationships with its clients, driven by the expertise of its 15,000 employees. As a leading engineering player putting innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies manages large-scale projects, ranging from initial studies to industrialization and production.