Lead Engineer - Automotive CAD Design

Lead Engineer – Automotive CAD Design As part of the Global Engineering Design team, you will contribute to the end-to-end product development lifecycle by creating and validating CAD designs for automotive systems such as Body-in-White (BIW), Interior, Exterior, Chassis, Powertrain, and Electrical systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure design quality, manufacturability, and compliance with engineering standards. Depending on experience, you may also mentor designers and support project execution. Responsibilities Develop 3D CAD models and assemblies of plastic components using CATIA V5 / 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX) Deliver designs aligned with engineering standards and project timelines Capable to virtually perform both static and dynamic checks using Catia V5 & 3DX Ensure alignment between CAD models and BOM data Support design validation using inputs from CAE/CFD analysis and testing Proficient in deciding manufacturing feasibility, assembly feasibility and service feasibility. Manage design data using PLM tools (e.g., Teamcenter). Good knowledge in using vismockup tool. Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives (For senior candidates) Lead a small team by guiding and mentoring junior designers Education Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering (or equivalent) Experience 3–6 years (Senior Engineer) OR 6–10 years (Lead Engineer) in automotive product development At least 4 + years of hands-on CATIA V5 experience Required Skills Strong CAD modelling skills (CATIA V5 / 3DX) Understanding of automotive systems (at least one domain preferred) Experience with: BOM management Design validation processes Engineering standards and manufacturability Preferred Skills Exposure to FMEA, Six Sigma, or quality tools Understanding of product development lifecycle Basic awareness of cost considerations and materials Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and teamwork skills Ability to work in global, cross-cultural environments Additional Information Opportunity to work with global teams and advanced automotive technologies Flexible to collaborate across time zones Experience Level Senior Level