Lead Engineer – Automotive Design (CAD)

As a Lead Engineer you will play a key role in the product development lifecycle working on systems and sub-systems across automotive interior and exterior domains such as instrument panels door trims fascias and functional trims.

You will lead or mentor a small team of designers while ensuring that all CAD outputs meet engineering standards quality benchmarks and programme timelines. This role requires strong expertise in CATIA (V5/V6) digital assembly processes and product lifecycle management tools.

• Lead or support systems-level design activities for automotive components
• Develop CAD models using CATIA V5/V6 in line with engineering standards
• Deliver designs aligned with programme timelines and quality requirements
• Perform digital pre-assembly and ensure Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy
• Conduct static and dynamic clearance analysis
• Ensure alignment between CAD models and BOM data
• Implement design improvements based on analysis (CAE/CFD/testing inputs)
• Apply plastic component design and manufacturing principles
• Manage CAD lifecycle using PLM tools (e.g. Teamcenter or 3DEXPERIENCE)
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional collaboration
• Drive efficiency improvements and innovation initiatives

Education

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Automotive Engineering or related field

Experience

• 6 years of experience in automotive product design
• Strong experience in CAD design using CATIA V5/V6
• Exposure to automotive interior or exterior systems

Technical Skills

• Expertise in CAD tools (CATIA V5/V6)
• Experience with PLM tools (Teamcenter or 3DX)
• Knowledge of digital assembly and BOM management
• Familiarity with CAE/CFD-driven design inputs
• Understanding of design for manufacturing (especially plastics)
• Knowledge of engineering quality tools (FMEA Six Sigma)
• Awareness of product development processes and milestones

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and lead small teams
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking