Product Engineer – Suspension & Shock Systems

Looking to join our team?  Here’s what we’re looking for! 

If you’ve ever tuned suspension and felt the difference from a single adjustment, you already understand what this role is about. At Speedway Motors, our Product Engineers work hands-on with shocks and suspension components that directly shape how cars handle, respond, and perform on the road and track.

Just as important as the work we do is how we do it. Our core values guide everything—from how we collaborate as One Team to how we Choose Positivity, put People First, speak up because You Have a Voice, and stay Driven to Succeed. If that sounds like how you approach your work, we’d love to connect.

Job overview  

As a Product Engineer focused on shock and suspension components, you’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and refining products that directly impact ride quality, handling, and overall vehicle performance. This role is involved across the full product lifecycle—from initial concept and design through production and real-world validation.

You’ll work closely with suppliers, Purchasing, Quality, and our in-house Machine Shop to determine optimal materials, valving approaches, and manufacturing methods. This role is critical in defining product specifications related to form, fit, and function, while ensuring production processes are clearly documented through CAD Bill of Material (BOM) drawings.

This isn’t just a desk role—you’ll get hands-on. From prototyping and testing shock and suspension components to supporting Team Speedway with vehicle setup and validation, you’ll help ensure our products perform where it matters most: on real cars.

Here are the specifics: 

• Support the development and production of high-quality shock and suspension components by evaluating materials, valving characteristics, and manufacturing processes.

• Design new suspension products and improve existing shock systems to enhance ride quality, handling, and durability.

• Create and modify designs using SolidWorks, incorporating tools such as CMM, 3D scanning, and 3D printing.  

• Document and manage design changes within engineering systems and project files, including detailed BOM structures.

• Maintain accurate and organized engineering documentation, including revision history and product specifications.

• Review non-conforming products and determine root cause and appropriate disposition, with a focus on performance and reliability.

• Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Quality Control, Purchasing, and Manufacturing to ensure suspension products meet performance expectations and customer needs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure processes are efficient, repeatable, and aligned with product performance requirements.

• Analyze materials, labor, and production methods to reduce cost while maintaining or improving suspension performance.

• Perform hands-on testing and validation of shock and suspension prototypes, including fitment and functional evaluation.

• Support vehicle builds and testing with Team Speedway to validate product performance in real-world conditions. 

• Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE such as safety glasses and safety shoes. 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Take ownership of assigned projects and follow through on commitments.

• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on engineering environment.

• Seek opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

We’ll take care of you – here's how! 

We put our employees first, and care about your well-being and personal life. From a competitive benefits package and 401k plan to growth opportunities, we have your best interest in mind, always.

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.

• Retirement Plan with Company Match.

• Unlimited PTO.

• Paid Holidays.

• Continuing Education Reimbursement.

• Wellness Program and Healthy Living Reimbursement.

• Discount on Speedway Motors Product, Rent Discount for all Speedway Properties, and Referral Bonuses.

• Growth Opportunities.
  

• Paid Parental Leave.

• Flexible Schedule.

• An extremely supportive team.

• Opportunity to utilize your strengths and be creative.

Work Environment 

• Ability to rarely lift and carry <20 lbs. and rarely push/pull up to 50 lbs.

• Occasional sitting or standing (may choose sit-down or stand-up desk).

• Occasional walking.

• Frequent bending, reaching, and twisting.

• Constant pinching, grasping, fine manipulation with fingers to use computer and phone.

• Heated and air-conditioned indoor work.

What you’ll need to succeed in this position: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or a combination of education and 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Automotive experience required, with a strong preference for suspension, chassis, or shock-related experience.

• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, suspension systems, or ride and handling principles is a plus. 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and with external partners.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Office, with strong attention to detail.

• Working knowledge of metal fabrication and manufacturing processes.

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a structured approach to engineering work.

• Understanding of product testing, validation, and reliability principles.

Preferred Experience:  

• Experience in a manufacturing or product development environment.

If this sounds like you, we would love for you to join our Speedway Team! Please include your resume and cover letter to help us get to know you better.