Job Description

Overview:

Foam Specialist- Interior Seats

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities & Tasks:

Expertise in design and manufacturing of foam pads of all rows of seat - Cushion/back/AR/HR foam pads Deep knowledge of foam tool design, manufacturing process (DFAM) and costing Create criteria sections confirming to comfort and packaging guidelines. Coordination with Style team for STO convergence to meet AAR requirement. Coordinate with JIT Integration and Trim team to define optimum attachment scheme to meet craftsmanship requirements. Responsible for initiating design solutions by meeting the STLA Design Practice requirements. Create DVPR/DFMEA for the Seat Foam and align with the supplier/team Create technical data sheet and RFQs for the new programs and assess new supplier competency Responsible for supplier and CFT convergence. CAD Data finalization and release per program milestones. Co-ordinate TKO sign-off processes and ensure targets are met. Responsible for quality improvements, weight reduction and cost reduction. Design support for the virtual validation teams (Impact, Durability and NVH) to meet various test requirements. Ensure completion of validation and DVP&R signoff as per STLA milestones



Qualifications:

Post Diploma, B.E./B. Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, Production and Industrial Engineering
Essential skills:
Working experience in foam and complete seat designing and development Knowledge in UG or CATIA modeling, Surfacing and Enovia PLM. Good Knowledge in Manufacturing & Assembly feasibility study. Work experience with International Tier 1 and OEMS. Good presentation and communication skills.


Project management and leadership skills
Desired skills:

Software skill requirement:

Knowledge in UG, CATIA & Enovia PLM Knowledge in MS-Office

Experience:

6 to 8 years of product Design & development experience in automotive seating foams