Chassis Senior Engineer (m/f/d)

A2MAC1 is the leading provider of automotive benchmarking and data analytics worldwide. Our solutions help OEMs and suppliers understand their competitive landscape, accelerate development, and make better strategic decisions based on reliable, structured, and actionable insights. Through our digital platforms, data services, consulting expertise, and AI-driven solutions, A2MAC1 supports the world’s top automotive players. With 700+ employees across Europe, Asia, and North America, A2MAC1 continues its strong growth, driven by innovation and customer success.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Chassis Senior Engineer (f/m/d) to join our Costing & Insights team in Munich.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality costing analyses and actionable technical insights for chassis systems (axles, steering, and brakes), supporting product development, cost optimization, and design-to-cost implementation in the automotive industry.

You will independently lead complex cost analyses, connect technical assessments with cost drivers, and translate analytical findings into clear business recommendations for internal stakeholders and customers.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead high-complexity chassis cost benchmarks, design-to-cost (DtC) studies, and system-level analyses
• Develop cost structures aligned with industrial process flows and costing guidelines
• Apply and challenge bottom-up costing and DtC methodologies
• Analyze product design, materials (steel, aluminum, substitution strategies), manufacturing processes, tooling, purchased components, and supply chain logic
• Identify key cost drivers (materials, tooling investment, cycle time, energy, labor, logistics)
• Ensure analytical rigor, traceability, and consistency in deliverables
• Translate complex technical analyses into clear business insights and recommendations
• Act as a key technical interface with customers and internal stakeholders
• Lead technical deep-dive discussions and support design-to-cost initiatives
• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing across teams
• Contribute to the development of costing standards, tools, and methodologies

Requirements:
Your Profile

• 10+ years of experience in chassis design engineering, automotive cost engineering, or purchasing
• Strong experience with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics
• Strong expertise in chassis systems (axles, steering, brakes) and associated technologies
• Deep understanding of materials, structural design considerations (crashworthiness, stiffness, weight reduction, durability), and cost drivers
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes and tooling concepts
• Strong experience with design-to-cost and cost modeling methodologies
• Ability to analyze complex systems and identify cost optimization opportunities
• Strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in an international environment
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with costing tools is a plus
• Fluent in English; German is a plus

Benefits:
• Monthly subsidy of 50 EUR for your Wellpass to support your health and wellbeing
• Meal subsidies for the company canteen

• Work in an international environment with exciting challenges and a dynamic team spirit
• Join team events such as B2Run, Oktoberfest, and Christmas celebrations
• Free fresh fruit, coffee, tea, water, and nuts to support a pleasant and healthy work environment
• A modern office located directly at Laimer Bahnhof – easily accessible by public transport and car, including employee parking spaces