Mechanical Cabin Design Engineer

Mechanical Cabin Design Engineer

Leamington Spa | 3 days per week in the office
£45,000 – £55,000

VIQU has partnered with an engineering-focused organisation developing advanced vehicle cab systems to recruit a Cab Interior Design Engineer. This is a hands-on role taking ownership of safety-critical interior systems from concept through to production, with a strong focus on compliance, manufacturability and practical engineering.

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Cabin Design Engineer

• Design and develop dash and trim panels.
• Develop vehicle cab door systems.
• Design floor systems and mats.
• Develop seating and anchorage systems.
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Work with tooling, manufacturing teams and suppliers.
• Support prototype builds, testing and validation.
• Lead material selection across performance, cost and durability.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant ECE regulations.
• Improve existing interior components.

Key Requirements of the Mechanical Cabin Design Engineer

• Proven automotive or vehicle cab interior design experience.
• Strong 3D CAD capability using SolidWorks, CATIA, NX or similar.
• Knowledge of ABS, PP, GRP, rubber, fabric, foam and sheet metal.
• Experience with vacuum forming, compression moulding, injection moulding and 3D printing.
• Understanding of tooling, A/B surfaces and surface finish requirements.
• Working knowledge of ECE R29, R14, R16 and R17.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally in an engineering-led environment.
• Hands-on experience taking designs from concept towards production.

This Mechanical Cabin Design Engineer position offers genuine ownership across technically demanding and safety-critical vehicle interior systems.

Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence, or contact Donatella Da Silva on the VIQU website.

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