Seating Lead Design Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Design and develop automotive seat systems including frames, foam, trim covers, recliners, tracks, and mechanisms.

• Interpret and translate styling surfaces and packaging requirements into detailed engineering designs. 

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (styling, CAE, manufacturing, and testing) to ensure designs meet cost, quality, safety, and performance  targets. 

• Conduct and document DFMEA, design reviews, and ensure compliance with industry and customer standards. 

• Support prototype builds, validation tests, and implement design changes as required. 

• Prepare CAD models, 2D drawings, and BOMs using tools like CATIA V5/V6 or Siemens NX 

• Address ergonomics, comfort, safety regulations, and NVH aspects in design. 

REQUIRED SKILLS 

• Proficiency in CAD tools (CATIA V5/V6 or Siemens NX ). 

• Knowledge of seat comfort design, foam and trim development, structural requirements, and safety compliance. 

• Understanding of manufacturing processes (welding, foam molding, trimming, plastic injection). 

• Familiarity with DFMEA, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up analysis. 

• Good communication skills and experience in working with global teams or Tier-1 suppliers. 

• Aware of regulation compliances: global and Japanese seat safety regulations. 

• Able to work closely with global suppliers (Japan, China, Europe) to confirm manufacturing feasibility and DFM/DFA compliance REQUIRED SKILLS 

• Exposure to CAE data interpretation for seat crashworthiness and stiffness. 

• Experience with safety regulations such as FMVSS, ECE, or GB standards. 

• Knowledge of PLM tools like Teamcenter or ENOVIA. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS  

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer, Mechatronics, or related engineering fields 

EXPERIENCE 

7-10 years of experience

POSITION 

The position is based in Japan reporting to Business unit in Japan/India