09 Oct
FORSEVEN
Royal Leamington Spa
Job description
Forseven, a revolutionary company looking to transform the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, are seeking a Design Engineer in Structures to join our highly skills and dynamic Engineering team.
This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of one of our offices near Leamington or Bicester where the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company.
With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature,
Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.
The Opportunity :
You will have the chance to work on various projects from our programs. The Structures engineer will be expected to work with the structures design team and form the core of the design group.
The role will be the design of iStream structural elements that go to make up the whole frame. You will be required to design the various parts that make up an iFrame which could be metallic or composite elements.
You will require a good knowledge and understanding of structural bodies, load paths and joining for low to high volume production.
What you’ll do :
- Be able to create assembly drawings as well as detail drawings and have a good eye for detail and the ability to work at the highest level of engineering and take full responsibility for your output.
- Be able to solid model and surface to a high standard using Catia V5.
- Be able to work with minimal supervision to deliver on time your area of design and work with the senior and lead engineers to design lightweight and stiffest structures to targets that are set.
- Experience and knowledge of sand, gravity and die castings, extrusions and sheet metal pressings would be beneficial as well as knowledge of welding, bonding, and joining techniques such as FDS (Flow Drive Screws) and SPR (Self Piercing Rivets).
- Have a thorough understanding of materials, heat treatments and surface treatments, a good understanding of the use of anti-corrosion coatings and choice of materials.
- Knowledge of crash requirements for world cars would be ideal but not a direct requirement.
Who you are :
- The structures engineer must previous experience in the designing in the automotive or motorsports industry.
Other industries will be considered depending upon the applicant.
- Previous experience using Catia V5 and preferably 3DX and be able to create drawings to standards BS8888 and or ASME Y14.
- A can do’ attitude and are always focused on achieving great results.
- Ability to work with multiple stakeholders & drive towards a common goal.
- A positive influence on those around you with a passion for creating an inclusive environment and fostering a culture of innovation.
About us and our culture
At Forseven, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference.
Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived.
Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation.
We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations.
▶️ Design Engineer - Structures
🖊️ FORSEVEN
📍 Royal Leamington Spa