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Suspension Sr. Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI

$102.80K - $141.20K/yr

Experience with shocks, struts, automotive suspension components highly desirable. * Self starter with ability to work remote from home. Education: Possess a bachelor degree in Engineering ...

Suspension Sr. Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

$102.80K - $141.20K/yr

Experience with shocks, struts, automotive suspension components highly desirable. * Self starter with ability to work remote from home. Education: Possess a bachelor degree in Engineering ...

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How much do suspension engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for suspension engineer in the United States is $79,812.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Suspension Engineer do?

A Suspension Engineer specializes in the design, development, and testing of vehicle suspension systems to optimize ride comfort, handling, and stability. They work with components like springs, dampers, control arms, and bushings to enhance performance and safety. Using computer-aided design (CAD) and simulation tools, they analyze suspension dynamics and collaborate with other engineers to refine designs. Their role may also involve testing prototypes, troubleshooting issues, and improving suspension setups for different driving conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Suspension Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Suspension Engineer, you need strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, expertise in vehicle dynamics, and typically a degree in mechanical or automotive engineering. Familiarity with CAD software (such as CATIA, SolidWorks), simulation tools (like MATLAB/Simulink), and validation procedures, as well as industry certifications, are highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving skills, communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams will help you excel in this role. These skills are crucial for designing safe, innovative, and reliable suspension systems that meet performance, comfort, and safety standards.

What are the main challenges a Suspension Engineer typically faces in their day-to-day work?

Suspension Engineers often face the challenge of balancing conflicting design requirements, such as optimizing ride comfort while maintaining handling performance. They must thoroughly analyze and test designs to meet strict safety and durability standards within tight project deadlines. Collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams, including chassis, manufacturing, and testing engineers, is common and essential for successful project completion. Staying up-to-date with new materials, technologies, and regulatory changes also requires continuous learning and adaptability in this role.
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Infographic showing various Suspension Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,812 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

Suspension Sr. Engineer

Astemo

Farmington Hills, MI

$102.80K - $141.20K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Company Name:

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.

Job Family:

Engineering

Job Description:

General Responsibilities:

Under general direction of a higher level engineer or manager, the primary responsibility of this position is to design, plan, test, and coordinate multiple processes of product development used in automotive electronic suspension system design and application.

Job Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of this position includes, but is not limited to:

  • Individual will be responsible for coordinating all product development activity between OEM customer and responsible departments within the company.
  • Individual will need to comprehend and transfer customer requirements to responsible activities within the company.
  • Facilitate and manage program QCD timing in the role of system engineer.
  • Facilitate and manage system level design and component and vehicle interaction cascading the requirement as necessary to the respective support teams.
  • Directly communicate and interface with OEM customers for issues regarding the products, including customers' related concerns.
  • Review and interface with OEM customer for warranty data and initiate and coordinate actions internally to improve quality.
  • Conduct and/or support lab testing necessary for related product.
  • Support sales staff to develop and establish marketing/pricing strategy.
  • Support customer vehicle development work.
  • Knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements to support job responsibilities.
  • Manage / lead assigned program deliverables with minimal supervision.
  • Occasional meetings outside of core business hours with other global Astemo and OEM sites.
  • Lead problem solving and failure root cause analysis activities.
  • Work as core coordinator of a global cross functional team applying effective verbal and written communication skills is a must.
  • Ability to travel and support activities and coordination at the global level is required.

Support and facilitate necessary CAD/CAE activity to meet customer requirements

Qualifications (Education, Skills and/or special Knowledge):

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have working knowledge and experience with APQP program management
  • Be proficient with
    • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
    • Microsoft Project
    • Data analysis and ability to draw conclusions to support problem solving.
  • Experience with the following is desired, (not required)
    • CAD software (i.e. CATIA V4, V5, UG, Solidworks preferred)
    • CAE/FEA software (ie.. ANSYS)
    • Math software - Matlab/Simulink,
    • Statistical software - ie. Minitab
  • Have experience tracking and reporting design changes.
  • Capability in spoken and written Japanese language is a benefit
  • Experience with shocks, struts, automotive suspension components highly desirable.
  • Self starter with ability to work remote from home.

Education: Possess a bachelor degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or equivalent)

Experience: Have a minimum of 5 years experience in automotive or similar field with launch experience.

Working conditions:

Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Travel: Some domestic and international travel may be required. Must have a valid driver's license.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) - Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we're challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don't just accept difference-we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.