Cockpit Systems Lead Engineer

Cockpit Systems Lead EngineerFind out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now.Contract | Coventry | Leading OEM via Major ConsultancyThe roleYou will own the end to end development of cockpit plastic trims from concept through to launch. This is a lead position with real accountability across technical delivery, supplier performance, validation and VAVE. You are the point of truth between design intent and production reality.What you will be doing Leading design and development of cockpit plastic trims from concept to SOP Creating and maintaining CAD models and engineering drawings Applying DFMEA, DFM and DFA to deliver robust, manufacturable designs Translating styling intent into feasible engineering solutions Selecting materials and defining manufacturing processes with suppliers Managing suppliers to deliver cost, weight and quality targets Driving validation for durability, thermal, NVH and regulatory compliance Resolving engineering issues through prototype and production phases Ensuring alignment with global regulations and OEM standardsWhat you need Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Polymer Engineering 8 to 10 years experience in automotive cockpit or interior plastic trims Strong knowledge of injection moulding, compression moulding and finishing Confident user of CATIA V5, V6 or equivalent CAD xjdpvnf tools Solid understanding of NVH, BSR and regulatory requirements Proven supplier management and cost optimisation experience Comfortable owning delivery, decisions and trade offsSuccess looks like On time delivery of cockpit trims to programme milestones Weight, cost and quality targets met without drama Full regulatory and safety compliance Premium interior execution that customers actually notice

Created: 2026-03-18