Ladder Frame Chassis Expert

EDAG

Troy, MI Posted October 23, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
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WHO WE ARE Working together, growing together, creating new things together: EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision.

With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You‘ll go your own way in your career at a high level – nationally and internationally. Take your next step and support us as a LADDER FRAME CHASSIS EXPERT.

DESCRIPTION Design and develop the primary structural frame: create 3D models and 2D drawings for side rails, crossmembers, brackets, and body mounts; optimize frame geometry for vehicle dynamics, controlled body flex, and payload distribution​ Establish production processes using jigs, fixtures, and automated robotic arc-welding lines; review metrology reports and implement shimming or process adjustments to meet quality requirements​ Support prototype vehicle builds and execute DV/PV testing; oversee structural durability, torsional rigidity, and proving-ground validation activities​ Lead DFMEA and PFMEA activities and documentation; conduct 8D root-cause analyses of chassis failures and field issues and implement corrective design actions​ Ensure frame structures comply with applicable national and international automotive safety standards, including FMVSS, AIS, and CMVR requirements​ Drive Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives for localization, weight reduction, and cost efficiency without compromising off-road durability​ REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field​ .

3–5+ years of professional experience in automotive structural design or vehicle manufacturing​ Advanced proficiency in CAD tools such as CATIA or NX, FEA software, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and control-chart analysis​ In-depth knowledge of metallurgy, sheet-metal forming, welding automation systems such as KUKA, and chassis engineering fundamentals English (C1-C2) MAKING IMPOSSIBLE THINGS POSSIBLE WITH YOU JazzHr Privacy Policy

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welding testing internationalization mechanical engineering manufacturing CATIA metalworking English
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