Job Description

Overview:

Senior Engineer - Interior Seat Trim and JIT Integration

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities & Tasks:

Expertise in design and manufacturing knowledge of trim covers of seating applications. Deep knowledge of trim pattern development and sewing process awareness to overcome appearance and craftsmanship Create criteria sections confirming to comfort and packaging guidelines. lls Coordination with Style team for Class-A convergence to meet AAR requirement. Knowledge on various material compatibility and aesthetic features to use on fabric and leatherette Convergence with Foam design for DFM, AAR related concerns at TKO Knowledge on Recycling, renewable material usage and integration of comfort components Coordinate with JIT Integration and materials team to define to meet craftsmanship requirements. Responsible for initiating design solutions by meeting the STLA Design Practice requirements. Knowledge on Trim integration with JIT Create DVPR/DFMEA for the Seat Trim and sub-components / JIT and align with the supplier/CFT Create technical data sheet and RFQs for the new programs and assess new supplier competency Responsible for supplier and CFT convergence (product grid, Perceived quality, build & functional objectives). CAD Data finalization, GD&T and release per program milestones. Co-ordinate TKO sign-off processes and ensure targets are met. Responsible for quality improvements and cost reduction. Ensure completion of validation and DVP&R signoff as per STLA milestones BoM preparation based on complexity



Qualifications:

B.E./B. Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, Production and Industrial Engineering
Essential skills:
Working experience in trims, its sub-component & JIT design and development Knowledge in UG or CATIA modeling, Surfacing and Enovia PLM. Good Knowledge of DFAM feasibility study. Work experience with International Tier 1 and OEMS. Good presentation and communication skills.


Project management and leadership skills
Desired skills:
Knowledge in UG, CATIA & Enovia PLM Knowledge in MS-Office

Experience:

6 to 8 years of Product Design & development experience in automotive seating trims and JIT Integration