Pusher Axle Design & Development (R&D)

Tasks

Job Description: Pusher Axle Design

Position: L6

Experience: 5 to 10 years

Job Summary

The Pusher Axle Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, and validation of pusher axle systems in multi-axle commercial vehicles. The role focuses on load optimization, regulatory compliance, durability, and integration with suspension, braking, and control team ensuring vehicle performance, cost, and manufacturability targets are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Define and select pusher axle configuration (liftable, steerable, driven or non-driven) based on load distribution and axle load optimization based on:

GVW / GAWR requirements

Regulatory and homologation requirements

Ride air spring and lift air spring selection

Pneumatic architecture

Pusher axle housing and mount brackets design

Lift and steering mechanisms (hydraulic / mechanical)

Axle beam, hubs, spindles, and interfaces design

Integration of load sensing valve, lift axle control valve

Integration lift and push logic based on vehicle requirement

Create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings with GD&T

Perform packaging and kinematic studies with chassis and suspension teams

Ensure design for assembly and design for manufacturing

Perform DFMEA and DVP preparation

Investigate field issues and implement design countermeasures

Cross Functional Requirement

CAE: Define load cases and support strength, fatigue, and durability analysis

Testing: Support prototype build, bench testing, and vehicle-level validation

Investigate field issues and implement design countermeasures

Siemens NX

SIMSOLID

SIMCENTER

Proficiency in CAD tools:

MATLAB

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering