Automotive Lead Engineers – Interior or Exterior Systems
Location: Crewe, United Kingdom – on-site
Start date: Asap
Design Consulting is looking for experienced Automotive Lead Engineers to support Current Model Production activities for a premium automotive manufacturer in Crewe.
We are recruiting profiles for the following technical areas:
- Exterior Systems: seals, sealing management and body hardware
- Interior Systems: interior trim, seating systems, restraints, airbags and seatbelts
The Lead Engineers will manage engineering changes and production-related issues from root-cause analysis through technical resolution, validation, release and implementation.
Your responsibilities
- Coordinate engineering activities and ensure project milestones are achieved
- Manage Current Model Production issues and engineering changes
- Develop technically feasible and cost-effective component or system solutions
- Coordinate containment actions, prototype builds and line trials
- Manage validation, Bill of Material and product data updates
- Support Permit, Engineering Change Request, B-Release, BMG and K-Release processes
- Coordinate suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders
- Lead project meetings and prepare agendas, action lists and minutes
- Track project timing, costs, risks and open technical issues
- Present technical solutions and project status to management
MUST-HAVE REQUIREMENTS
- At least 4–5 years of professional experience on Bentley automotive projects
- Strong technical experience in at least one of the following areas:
- Exterior Systems: seals, sealing management or body hardware
- Interior Systems: interior trim, seating systems, restraints, airbags or seatbelts
- Good knowledge of Volkswagen Group development processes, standards and engineering systems
- Fluent or native-level English – minimum C1
- Availability to work on-site in Crewe
- Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom
Preferred
- Experience with Current Model Production, engineering changes and series-production issue resolution
- Knowledge of CATIA and/or LCA
- Familiarity with ECR, B/K Release, KPM, BoM and PDM processes
- Strong project-management and cross-functional coordination skills
- Previous experience coordinating suppliers and engineering teams
- Current residence in the United Kingdom, ideally within commuting distance of Crewe
- Availability for occasional business travel
Lead Engineers – Interior or Exterior Systems in Warrington employer: Design Consulting GmbH
Design Consulting is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Crewe that fosters innovation and collaboration within the automotive sector. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, with opportunities to lead significant projects for a premium manufacturer, while enjoying a supportive culture that values teamwork and technical excellence. The company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction ensures that every team member plays a vital role in delivering cutting-edge solutions, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
