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We specialize in creating solar electric vehicles that revolutionize the way we travel, providing sustainable and efficient transportation solutions.\nCompany Culture\nis built on transparency, ethical treatment of one another, a bias for action, and leading by example.\nSenior Engineer, Chassis\nCarlsbad, California | Engineering | Full-time\nAbout the role\nThe Sr. Chassis Engineer will develop, design, engineer and implement the vehicle chassis system and components for the Aptera solar electric products. This role will be responsible for the technical development, design, CAD modeling and management, engineering, suppliers and components manufacturing and implementation in production of the chassis system.\nFocus is on the vehicle braking system, wheels and tires systems (specialist level), suspension, steering, chassis frame, and other related chassis components at a highly experienced / knowledgeable level. The Sr Engineer will work closely with engineers and fabricators to bring early-stage concepts to life and help refine designs for performance, manufacturability, assembly, and efficient production of the vehicle. The Sr Engineer will establish, develop, and verify the fundamentals (kinematics, dynamics, stability, braking, steering/cornering, ride, and comfort) of vehicle chassis functions and integration with other vehicle systems.\nThis role joins a hands-on team that transforms ideas into reality. Offering a collaborative company environment, exciting projects, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge prototypes that shape future products.\nWhat you'll do\nDesign, develop, engineer the vehicle suspension system, steering system and braking system and full integration with controls and the other vehicle systems. \nCoordinate, create and interpret engineering, CAD models, drawings, specifications as well as interface with suppliers and fabricators providing guidance for installation and in-house verbal instructions to execute builds. Create and manage BOM's and chassis documentation. \nPerform analytical studies and calculations, simulations (in-house, or with outside suppliers) to set up the correct functionality of all vehicle chassis systems and components .\nWork with suppliers on outsourcing and fabrication and manufacturing of the specific components. \nLead and collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality teams to set up the critical functional parameters, installation and control, and interface of the on the chassis systems with the rest of the vehicle. \nProvide guidance and knowledge of chassis fundamentals with specific application to an advance and innovative 3-wheels vehicle. \nIdentify the key compliance and homologation requirements for the chassis system within overall vehicle prove-out process. \nCreate and lead the design and engineering documentation in accordance with the Company’s systems and processes.\nQualifications\nExperienced in chassis system design, development, engineering and specific manufacturing processes and assembly for road vehicles. \nVery proficient and advanced skills in CAD modeling (CATIA V6/3DX), ability to read, model, interpret and operate CAD models, technical drawings, GD&T, and layout/packaging. \nStrong attention to detail and commitment to precision craftsmanship. \nFamiliarity with typical chassis components materials and processes with applications to prototyping and production fabrication and assembly. \nVery experienced and knowledgeable on chassis suspension, steering and braking systems for automotive and/or motorcycles. \nExcellent communication and teamwork skills. \nPreferred Qualifications\nSpecialist in braking, wheels/tires systems and components; 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