CAD Design Engineer - Automotive Interior & Seating

About the role

Lear is looking for an experienced CAD Design Engineer to join its engineering team and help develop next-generation automotive interior and seating systems. The role covers 3D design, 2D documentation, packaging studies and product development support.

Key responsibilities

• Create and maintain 3D designs and assemblies using CATIA V5/V6
• Develop detailed 2D drawings and technical documentation
• Design and develop automotive interior and seating components
• Perform packaging studies, feasibility assessments and concept evaluations
• Conduct DMU analyses and engineering reviews
• Ensure designs meet customer, legal and ergonomic requirements
• Support the full product development process from concept through production launch
• Collaborate with Product Engineers, Project Engineers, customers and manufacturing teams
• Manage engineering data and releases in PLM systems
• Support design validation, prototype builds and engineering change activities

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Development or a related technical discipline
• Several years of experience in automotive design engineering
• Experience in OEM or Tier 1 automotive environments
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and turn them into robust design solutions
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Required skills

• Advanced CATIA V5/V6 design experience
• Strong background in automotive trim or seating systems
• Experience designing plastic injection-moulded components and assemblies
• Understanding of automotive product development from RFQ through SOP