Company Description

Segula Technologies is an engineering group with a global presence, helping boost competitiveness within all of the major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace & defence, energy, life sciences, naval and rail. Operating in more than 30 countries, with its 140 offices worldwide, the Group fosters a close relationship with its customers thanks to the expertise of its 15,000 talents. A leading engineering specialist placing innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies conducts large-scale projects, ranging from studies to industrialisation and production.

Job DescriptionThe Design Release Engineer is responsible for the engineering, design, development, validation, timing and production release of the Seat system.The Engineer will have end to end ownership of their components and ensuring they meet vehicle functional objectives.Responsibilities also include: component design, development, and packaging; Design Verification Plan & Report (DVPR) testing; change management; bill of material maintenance; prototype and production build support; issues management; CAD model management in Teamcenter; weight reduction, cost reduction and other efficiency improvement initiatives; and communicating technical product status to management.Additionally, supporting vehicle assembly plants for any product technical issues, support service teams for any field warranty issues and help in root cause analysis of the failures.

QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field. Advanced certification in automotive interiors/seating is a plus.Experience: 2–5 years in automotive interior design, specifically seating systems. Expertise in advanced seat technologies (e.g., electric adjustment, memory foam, heating/ventilation). Familiarity with design validation, testing, and compliance.Technical Skills: Proficient in CAD (CATIA, Siemens NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Knowledge of CAE tools, seat materials (foam, fabric, leather, plastics), automotive regulations (FMVSS, ECE, ISO, SAE), and manufacturing processes (molding, stitching, injection molding, assembly).Design & Development: Experience with product lifecycle, part release processes (BOM, configuration control), and collaboration with suppliers, manufacturing, and QA.Project Management & Communication: Strong organizational and leadership skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, communicate effectively, and document specifications and test procedures.Problem-Solving & Safety: Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting design and manufacturing issues. Knowledge of crash testing, seatbelt/airbag integration, and ergonomic design for comfort and support.