Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Performance Chassis & Suspension

Location:

Uxbridge, UK (on-site)

Company:

Powerflex

Salary:

35,000 - 45,000 per annum (DOE) + company-wide bonus scheme

About Powerflex

Powerflex are the world leader in high-performance chassis and suspension components for the automotive performance aftermarket and motorsport.

Based at our Uxbridge facility, we design and manufacture products in-house, supplying enthusiasts and motorsport customers worldwide.

We are looking to add a hands-on

Mechanical Design Engineer

to our engineering team -- someone with proven product design and development experience, strong practical engineering instincts, and a genuine enthusiasm for cars and performance engineering.

The Role

This is an

on-site, hands-on mechanical engineering role

based at our Uxbridge factory.

You will be responsible for the

design, development, and delivery of mechanical components

, working closely with manufacturing and testing to bring products from initial concept through to production.

While experience in the performance aftermarket is beneficial, it is

not essential

. We value

strong transferable engineering skills, attitude, and enthusiasm

over niche sector experience.

Applicants with strong mechanical design experience from other industries are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development

Design and develop mechanical components for automotive chassis and suspension applications Create production-ready CAD models, tooling and drawings (we use

Autodesk Fusion

) Own products through the full development cycle: Concept and initial design Iteration and refinement Prototyping and testing Release to manufacture Apply real-world understanding of vehicles, chassis systems, and component interfaces Support hands-on development, fitting, and problem-solving where required Incorporate feedback from manufacturing, testing, and real-world use into designs

Manufacturing & CNC Awareness

Design components suitable for

in-house CNC machining

Understand machining processes, tolerances, tooling constraints, and finishes Work closely with machinists to optimise designs for efficient manufacture

Project Management & Organisation

Manage

multiple development projects

concurrently Use internal tools such as

Trello

to plan, track, and report project progress Maintain clear documentation and ensure designs are released in a controlled and organised manner This is a

technical, design-led role

, with project ownership rather than formal people management.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Proven experience in

mechanical product design and development

Strong CAD skills (experience with SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, etc. welcomed --

Fusion training will be provided where required

) Practical engineering experience beyond theory Good understanding of

vehicles, chassis systems, or mechanical assemblies

Knowledge of

CNC machining processes

and design-for-manufacture principles Ability to manage projects thoroughly and independently

Desirable

Hands-on motorsport, vehicle maintenance, or workshop experience Experience designing low-volume or specialist mechanical components Interest in performance cars, motorsport, or automotive engineering

What we're Looking For

A

capable, practical engineer

with a track record of delivering real products Someone organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects An engineer with the

enthusiasm and attitude

to work in a fast-moving performance car environment The ability to work independently but also to work with and assist other design team members Willingness to get involved, learn, and take ownership of designs

Salary & Benefits

35,000 - 45,000 per annum

, depending on experience

Company-wide bonus scheme

On-site role at our Uxbridge factory Hands-on involvement in real product development and manufacture Short design-to-production cycles Training on Autodesk Fusion if required The opportunity to work in a technically engaging performance automotive environment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person