Customer Engineering Lead at faurecia

Setup: Hybrid
Type: Full-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Jun 17, 2026

Description

The Customer Engineering Lead at Forvia is responsible for leading the product design and development for various complete seat, frame, and mechanism acquisitions. This includes managing customer interfaces, ensuring alignment with specifications, and overseeing design and engineering teams. Key responsibilities involve developing technical offers, creating BOMs, CAD, and PowerPoint presentations, interacting with cross-functional teams, conducting FEA activities, and providing technical presentations to customers. The role also involves maintaining customer data, proposing continuous improvement ideas, and capitalizing on knowledge sharing.

Required Skills

Interpersonal skills
Good interpersonal skills
Detail oriented
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, demonstrate daily progress, and meet deadlines.
Understanding of mechanical force transmittal, material analysis, and drawing reading and tolerance.
Knowledge of GD&T using ASTM and ISO Standards.
Experience with seat mechanisms, seat frames, and complete seat.
Knowledge of automotive seating applications and requirements.
Ability to visualize 3D using a CAD viewer.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Knowledge of testing methods and standards.

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in seating systems (7+ years preferred), with at least 3–4 years in product design & development.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Catia and/or NX is preferred.