About the team
The Chassis Team is responsible for designing, developing, and manufacturing the structural framework of the formula-style race car. The chassis is essentially the vehicle’s skeleton, providing the foundation for all other components to be integrated. Other than the main structural skeleton of the car, the chassis team also is responsible for the safety systems of the car and the drivers environment. This includes for example the seat, steering wheel, head restraint and harness installation.
Being part of the chassis team will challenge and develop your engineering skills, creativity and teamwork to create a chassis that forms the backbone of a high performance race car. With future plans for a carbon fibre monocoque chassis we are seeking engineers for research and development within the composite field, including calculations and physical testing.
About the work and responsibilities
As a Composite Research and Development Engineer, you are responsible for deepening our knowledge about composite materials by working together with design engineers to transfer from metal structures to, in most cases, carbon fibre parts. With an ambition to transfer from a steel space frame to a monocoque type chassis, significant material tests, preceded by FEA and hand calculations, are required. It will also include hands-on experience with composite manufacturing in the university composite laboratory.
The workload is spread out on two workshops during evenings per week plus a weekly lunch meeting, so expected time per week is around 10 hours.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for individuals who thrive in a team environment and genuinely enjoy collaborating with others. While technical knowledge is important, what we value most is your ability to solve problems and your natural curiosity to explore new solutions. If you are a team player who finds interest in solving problems and is eager to expand your engineering skills, we would love to hear from you!
For a Composite R&D Engineer, we are seeking for experience or a strong interest in the field of composites. Since you will be working closely with design engineers, collaboration and communication skills are highly valued. Proficiency in CAD software, preferably Creo, is an essential requirement for design of various parts. In addition, FEA experience, preferably with composite materials, is also desirable for structural evaluations preceding tests. Lastly, practical hands-on experience in composite manufacturing is desirable, but not required – the most important trait is a willingness to learn.
Application Process
If you believe you would fit the Chassis Team, please send your application (in Swedish or English) no later than 23:59 on February 1st. Attach your CV and tell us why you would be a great fit for this team.
LiU Formula Student may be a car association and it is always fun to work with people who share the same interests, however you are of course welcome to apply to our association regardless of whether you are interested in cars or not.
The interviews will be held continuously during the recruitment period. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please write to our HR team at hr-er26@liuformulastudent.se. For specific questions about the team, reach out to the team leader for chassis at mans.vahlberg@liuformulastudent.se.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!