Automotive Seating Applications Engineer

CEO Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CEO Inc. is seeking an Application Engineer for the Seating Solutions team to bridge customers and engineering, guiding design decisions and ensuring programs launch successfully.

You will collaborate with OEMs and internal teams to translate needs into manufacturable seating solutions for automotive and commercial vehicle applications. The role requires strong seating systems knowledge, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with proactive problem solving and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 3 to 5 years of engineering experience in application or design engineering preferred.
• Familiarity with DFMEA / PFMEA, PPAP, APQP and customer launch activities preferred.
• Hands-on understanding of seat manufacturing processes, cost drivers, and assembly best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret vehicle diagrams, 3D assemblies, and installation environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical contact for assigned customers, advising on wire harness design and manufacturability and translating requirements into clear documentation.
• Participate in discovery activities, engineering reviews, and project scoping discussions.
• Support sales in pre-award activities by reviewing specifications and estimating feasibility.
• Translate customer requirements into engineering drawings, specifications, and wiring harness assemblies.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing engineering and quality teams to ensure cost-effective, manufacturable solutions.

Skills

Customer engagement

Technical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Documentation & communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

CEO Inc. is seeking an Application Engineer for the Seating Solutions team to bridge customers and engineering, guiding design decisions and ensuring programs launch successfully.

You will collaborate with OEMs and internal teams to translate needs into manufacturable seating solutions for automotive and commercial vehicle applications. The role requires strong seating systems knowledge, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with proactive problem solving and