Lead Engineer - Climate component ( Automobile domain)

Desired Skills

• Strong understanding of airflow dynamics, ducting, and cabin thermal

comfort.

• Skilled in CATIA V5/V6 for 3D modeling and packaging of climate

components.

• Familiarity with plastics, foams, and textiles used in air distribution

systems.

• Understanding of airflow noise, insulation, and defrost performance.
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, BOM, and release systems.
• Ability to work with HVAC, Interior, BIW, and NVH teams.
• Experience with climate chamber testing, airflow measurement, and

acoustic tuning.

Role & responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end development of body climate components such as air ducts, defroster channels,

cabin vents, and sealing interfaces.

• Collaborate with HVAC, Interior Trim, BIW, NVH, and Thermal teams to ensure seamless integration

and performance.

• Own engineering specifications, DFMEAs, DVPs, and BOMs for assigned commodities.
• Ensure compliance with global thermal comfort, defrosting, and demisting regulations.
• Manage CAD packaging, airflow path optimization, and release processes using CATIA and

Teamcenter.

• Support prototype builds, climate chamber testing, and production launch activities.

CST 2017 JD Ver 2.0

• Drive cost, weight, and sustainability improvements through material and design optimization.
• Resolve technical issues and lead engineering change management (AIMS, ECRs).
• Interface with suppliers to ensure tooling feasibility, airflow performance, and acoustic refinement.

Preferred candidate profile

Working knowledge of JIRA, Self-motivating and ability to work

effectively in a team environment.

• Familiarity with Computational Fluid Dynamics tools for airflow

simulation.

• Awareness of recyclable materials and low-emission adhesives or

foams.

• Hands-on involvement in prototype builds and production ramp-up

phases.

• Understanding of UNECE, FMVSS, and ISO standards for climate

systems.

• Ability to propose novel ducting layouts, smart vents, or zonal climate

solutions.

• Experience working with Tier 1 climate system suppliers on tooling

and performance validation.

• Experience working on multi-region vehicle platforms or global

launches.

• Supporting manufacturing / launch issues