Senior Manager, Soft Trim Engineering
These roles support seating programs across development, launch, and production. The focus is on technical leadership, pattern development, materials, and resolving issues tied to craftsmanship, supplier performance, and seat build execution.
Open Roles
1. Senior Manager, Soft Trim Engineering
2. Senior / Lead Trim Materials Engineer
Key Responsibilities (Trim Engineering Manager)
- Lead soft trim development across seating programs
- Drive pattern development using tools like Optitex / Lectra
- Own DFMEA and risk mitigation prior to tooling release
- Support seat build events and launch readiness
- Resolve craftsmanship, fit, and appearance issues
- Work cross-functionally with foam, materials, manufacturing, and suppliers
Key Responsibilities (Materials Engineer)
- Lead materials engineering support across trim and seating
- Drive root cause analysis and 8D / A3 problem solving
- Support supplier quality and plant-level issue resolution
- Work with cut & sew and seat build plants
- Support warranty, field issues, and continuous improvement
- Influence cost, quality, and manufacturability
Required Experience
- 10–15+ years in automotive seating or interiors
- Strong trim / pattern development experience
- Experience with Optitex, Lectra or similar tools
- Background in seat build, launch, and production environments
- Experience working with suppliers and plant teams
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
- Hands-on experience with trim and pattern development
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