Ride and Handling Engineer

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

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Job Description:

Engineer plays a key role in vehicle dynamics development by providing expert feedback based on testing and validation results. In this role, you will be responsible for driving and testing vehicles, evaluating performance, and collaborating closely with simulation and design engineers to guide the program toward achieving ride and handling targets.

Hands-on experience at proving grounds and in vehicle tuning based on subjective evaluations is essential. A deep understanding of suspension systems, chassis architecture, and their impact on vehicle dynamics, ride comfort, and handling characteristics is critical for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle testing and tuning activities to optimize ride, handling, and overall vehicle performance.
• Provide detailed feedback to cross-functional teams and collaborate with simulation engineers to refine suspension and chassis designs.
• Perform subjective and objective evaluations to assess vehicle behavior under various road conditions.
• Participate in regular test trips to proving grounds or other test locations (typically 1–2 weeks per trip).
• Support the integration of suspension and chassis components throughout the vehicle development process.
• Document findings and provide actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering field (ABET-accredited or equivalent).
• Experience in automotive product development and vehicle testing.
• Strong understanding of suspension architecture and development.
• Proven experience in vehicle ride and handling tuning or development.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and interact effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited or equivalent).
• Hands-on test driving experience with performance and handling evaluations.
• Racing experience or motorsport background (preferred for tuning expertise).
• Vehicle dynamics simulation and data analysis experience.
• Recent graduates with strong Formula SAE / racing background are encouraged to apply.
• Willingness to travel domestically for vehicle testing and development activities (1–2 weeks per trip).

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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