Lead Specialist Suspension Links/Knuckle

About the Role

CEER is seeking a Lead Specialist, Suspension Links/Knuckle to join their team in Riyadh. This full-time role is responsible for the technical leadership, design, development, and release of suspension links and steering/suspension knuckles for CEER vehicle programs. The Lead Specialist will ensure the successful delivery of all engineering aspects from concept through serial production and aftersales support, meeting targets for cost, quality, weight, timing, durability, and functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and own 3D and 2D CAD designs for suspension knuckles and links using Siemens NX, from concept through serial release.
• Generate, evaluate, and mature design concepts and technical solutions to achieve vehicle, system, and component-level requirements.
• Ensure compliance with fit, form, and function requirements while integrating components with adjacent chassis, steering, braking, suspension, BIW, and ePowertrain systems.
• Perform vehicle packaging studies, static and dynamic clearance assessments, and DMU-based evaluations.
• Conduct manufacturing feasibility reviews across various processes including casting, forging, stamping, machining, welding, assembly, additive manufacturing, and rubber moulding.
• Optimize designs for cost, quality, weight, durability, manufacturability, and assembly efficiency, applying DFM, DFA, and Design for Serviceability principles.
• Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and define key product and process characteristics.
• Support and participate in DFMEA activities, ensuring effective identification and mitigation of technical risks.
• Develop and maintain component, system, and vehicle-level validation plans (DV/PV) aligned with program requirements.
• Interpret CAE, simulation, test, and validation reports, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare, review, approve, and release 2D engineering drawings with appropriate GD&T in accordance with CEER and international standards.
• Manage CAD models, assemblies, configurations, revisions, releases, and engineering change management activities using Teamcenter.
• Coordinate activities with CAE, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, prototype build teams, and suppliers.
• Support prototype builds, trial assemblies, vehicle integration events, validation testing, and early production launches.
• Present technical status, risks, countermeasures, and recommendations during management and cross-functional reviews.
• Support cost reduction, localization, value engineering, weight optimization, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote innovative thinking through the introduction of new tools, technologies, and engineering best practices.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in suspension links and steering/suspension knuckles.
• Proficiency in Siemens NX for 3D and 2D CAD design.
• Experience with Teamcenter for CAD model management, assemblies, and engineering change management.
• Knowledge of Kinematics & Compliance (K&C) principles.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, stamping, machining, welding, assembly, additive manufacturing, and rubber moulding.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Serviceability principles.
• Experience with DFMEA activities and developing validation plans (DV/PV).
• Ability to interpret CAE, simulation, and test reports.
• Strong analytical and logical problem-solving skills.

Technical Leadership and Collaboration

This role involves leading all internal technical activities related to suspension links and knuckles, including coordination with global engineering service suppliers and supply chain partners. The Lead Specialist will ensure robust integration of suspension components with steering, braking, chassis, BIW, wheel-end, tire/wheel, and ePowertrain systems. Collaboration with manufacturing engineering and suppliers is essential to ensure production readiness and successful industrialization.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

The Lead Specialist will support innovation, benchmarking, and concept development activities to improve performance, manufacturability, cost competitiveness, and vehicle attributes. This includes conducting benchmarking and concept evaluations using tools like A2Mac1 to support architecture selection, product development, competitive assessments, and cost-down opportunities.

Application Process

Candidates interested in this full-time position are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.