Lead Engineer Seating

Tata Technologies Limited; Diseworth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering firm in Diseworth seeks a Lead Engineer for Seating Systems. You'll be responsible for designing and delivering complete seating systems across vehicle programs. The role requires extensive experience in automotive seating and proficiency in CAD tools. The successful candidate will drive collaboration with various teams to meet safety and performance standards. A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, including a pension scheme and private health care.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

25 Days’ Holiday

Private Health Care

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in automotive seating systems or interior engineering.
• Strong understanding of occupant safety, ergonomics, and comfort engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities for seating systems including structures, mechanisms, and electronics.
• Collaborate closely with Studio Design, Safety, and Quality teams.
• Manage technical discussions with Tier 1 suppliers.

Skills

CAD tools proficiency (e.g., CATIA V5)

Project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of occupant safety

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter)

Job description

Lead Engineer – Seating Systems

You will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of complete seating systems across multiple vehicle programs. This includes front and rear seats, mechanisms, comfort features, safety integration, and trim interfaces. You’ll work cross‑functionally to ensure that seating systems meet performance, ergonomic, safety, and aesthetic targets while aligning with manufacturing and cost objectives.

Area of Responsibilities:

• System Design & Development: Lead engineering activities for seating systems including structures, foam, trim, mechanisms, and electronics. Ensure integration with vehicle architecture, occupant packaging, and restraint systems.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Studio Design, Safety, Ergonomics, Manufacturing, and Quality teams. Support virtual builds, physical prototypes, and launch activities across global sites.
• Supplier Engagement: Manage technical discussions with Tier 1 suppliers, ensuring alignment on design, tooling, and delivery. Review and approve DFMEAs, DVPs, and PPAP documentation.
• Performance & Compliance: Ensure seating systems meet crash safety, comfort, durability, NVH, and regulatory requirements. Validate compliance with global standards (FMVSS, ECE, ISO).
• Innovation & Features: Drive development of advanced seating features such as massage, ventilation, memory, and smart sensors. Champion lightweight materials and sustainable design practices.
• Issue Resolution & Quality: Lead root cause analysis and resolution of seating‑related issues during development and post‑launch. Support warranty investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in automotive seating systems or interior engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., CATIA V5), PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter), and CAE validation.
• Strong understanding of occupant safety, ergonomics and comfort engineering.
• Excellent communication, project management and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience with premium or luxury seating programs.
• Familiarity with mechatronics, kinematics and seat electronics integration.
• Knowledge of global homologation and safety standards.
• Passion for craftsmanship, user experience and innovation.

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Benefits (example from Tata Technologies)

For those joining our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:

• Pension Scheme – We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
• 25 Days’ Holiday
• Private Health Care
• Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme – up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
• Group Income Protection
• Health Assured – Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Assurance
• Health Shield – Private Health Cash Plan

Inclusion and Diversity

We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.