Senior Design Engineer

Byggvärlden; Town of Sweden (NY); On-site; USD 82,320 - 113,190; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies in Sweden is seeking a Senior Design Engineer Interior Trims & Materials to lead the design of floor systems, luggage compartments, headliners, and related interior components for automotive applications. You will translate requirements into robust 3D CATIA V5 models and 2D drawings, and drive manufacturability, cost, and qualification compliance.

You will collaborate with global OEM customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams, ensure DFMEA readiness, manage BOMs, and

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 58 years of experience in automotive product development.
• Strong experience in the design and development of automotive interior trim systems and components.
• Proven expertise in Floor systems, Luggage compartment trim, Carpets, Absorbents, Insulations, Load floor systems, Headliners.
• Extensive hands-on experience with CATIA V5, Teamcenter (TCe).
• Interior trim regulations and automotive standards.
• Manufacturing processes for interior trim components.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of interior trim systems, including floor, luggage and overhead systems.
• Translate requirements into robust 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Ensure manufacturability and cost targets are met.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, purchasing and suppliers for successful industrialization.
• Support DFMEA, DVP, DFA and DFM activities throughout development.
• Release engineering drawings, BOMs, and lead design reviews.

Skills

Interior trim design

Automotive standards

GD&T

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor27s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Teamcenter (TCe)

Job description

About Tata Technologies

At Tata Technologies, we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering, and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers.

Due to our continued growth, we are looking for a Senior Design Engineer – Interior Trims & Materials to strengthen our team in Sweden.

The Role

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of Floor Systems, Luggage Compartment Systems, and Overhead Interior Systems. You will translate product requirements and performance criteria into robust engineering solutions, CAD models, and technical specifications.

This role focuses on the engineering and design of automotive interior trim components, ensuring that products are manufacturable, cost-effective, compliant with regulations, and delivered according to project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of interior trim systems, including:

• Floor systems
• Luggage compartment systems
• Overhead systems
• Carpets
• Absorbents
• Insulations
• Load floors
• Headliners
• Associated plastic components

Develop engineering concepts and convert them into detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using CATIA V5.

Create and maintain CAD data, master sections, and engineering documentation.

Ensure tooling feasibility and manufacturing requirements are incorporated into the design process.

Collaborate with manufacturing, purchasing, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure product feasibility and successful industrialization.

Support material selection activities considering durability, performance, aesthetics, sustainability, and cost.

Optimize designs for packaging, weight, cost, quality, and performance targets.

Support physical and virtual validation activities.

Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, safety regulations, and quality expectations.

Release engineering drawings, CAD models, and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).

Lead design reviews and technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.

Support DFMEA, DVP, DFA, and DFM activities throughout the development process.

Ensure all project deliverables are completed according to agreed timelines and milestones.

Identify project risks and contribute to continuous improvement through lessons learned and technical reports.

Provide technical guidance and coordinate activities within the engineering team when required.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience

Minimum 5–8 years of experience in automotive product development.

Strong experience in the design and development of automotive interior trim systems and components.

Proven expertise in:

• Floor systems
• Luggage compartment trim
• Carpets
• Absorbents
• Insulations
• Load floor systems
• Headliners

Extensive hands‑on experience with:

• CATIA V5
• Teamcenter (TCe)

Technical Knowledge

• Interior trim regulations and automotive standards.
• Plastic injection moulding design and tooling processes.
• Manufacturing processes for interior trim components.
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Component drawings, engineering standards, and design guidelines.
• DFMEA, DVP, DFA, and DFM methodologies.
• Product development and project delivery processes.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience working with global OEMs and cross-functional teams is highly desirable.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly plastics and composite materials.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural and global environments.
• Positive attitude, collaborative mindset, and strong team-player qualities.

Why Join Tata Technologies?

Join a global engineering organization where innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence drive the development of world‑class products for leading automotive manufacturers.

Be part of a team that is shaping the future of mobility.