Seating Design Engineer

Posted 12 February 2026
LocationWest Midlands
Job type Contract
Discipline Technology

Job description

Responsibility:

  • Lead the development and delivery of seating systems and interior components from concept to production.

  • Create and manage 3D CAD models (CATIA V5/V6) and maintain engineering data within PLM systems.

  • Ensure designs meet occupant comfort, material performance, and mechanism functionality requirements.

  • Integrate seat safety systems (airbags, sensors, ISOFIX) and ensure compliance with FMVSS, UN-ECE, and Euro NCAP standards.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to achieve quality, cost, and timing targets for premium vehicle programs.

Primary skillset

  • Experience in seating system development or interior component engineering.

  • Strong understanding of materials, mechanisms, and occupant comfort principles

  • Proficiency in CAD tools (CATIA V5/ V6 ) and PLM systems

Secondary skillset

  • Familiarity with seat safety systems (e.g., airbags, sensors, ISOFIX).

  • Experience with premium vehicle programs and luxury interior design.

  • Knowledge of global standards (FMVSS, UN-ECE, Euro NCAP).