Located in Southern California, ARB is establishing a new R&D Engineering Tech Center. With state of the art equipment and technology, our goal is to develop innovative and quality products for the light truck and overlanding off-road segments. At ARB, we're not just a brand; we're a lifestyle. Our passion for off-road adventures drives us to innovate and create products that enhance the customer journey. As an ASX top 100 company with +2200 employees globally, we take pride in our commitment to excellence. Our reach spans across 100 countries, supported by regional offices in the USA, Europe, Thailand, New Zealand, and the Middle East. Our reputation has been built on high-quality products, with services delivered by people who are passionate about quality, reliability, and practicality.
Role/Responsibilities
As a Shock Application Engineer at ARB, specializing in aftermarket 4x4 applications, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and optimization of ride control systems for various automotive and off-road vehicle applications. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that vehicles, especially aftermarket 4x4 vehicles, deliver optimal ride comfort, handling performance, and overall stability in challenging terrains. This position requires a strong background in mechanical engineering, proficiency in relevant simulation and modeling tools, and a deep understanding of vehicle suspension dynamic.
Day to day you'll manage product design, product vehicle fitments, product testing, building prototypes, creating installation instructions, document control, bill of material management and product implementation into production.
Experience/Skills/Education
Bachelor's or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Proven experience in shock absorber design and development, preferably with a focus on aftermarket 4x4 applications
Experience in measuring and scanning OE vehicle suspension geometry, calculating compression and droop travel, calculating and adjusting for preferred ride height settings and designing upper and lower shock mounts for performance, durability and comfort
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools (e.g., Adams, Simulink)
Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and industry standards related to shock absorbers and suspension systems, especially in the aftermarket 4x4 sector
Ride control & shock absorber tuning experience
Experience with multi-body dynamics simulation
Familiarity with vehicle dynamics and control systems