iDEA Project Engineer

About the role

The iDEA Project Engineer will join Lear's EU iDEA team to coordinate and support the deployment of advanced manufacturing projects across robotics, automation, digital twin, vision and EOL systems. The role focuses on turning innovative solutions into operational assets for EU and Africa plants as part of the I4.0 strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Create process standards, guidelines, work instructions and training materials for deployed solutions.
• Support the development of an Industry iDEA playbook aligned with corporate direction.
• Design and fabricate fixtures required for solution deployment.
• Lead installation activities and act as the first point of contact for plant teams.
• Coordinate plant resources, testing, and trials during the installation phase.
• Ensure compliance with Lear EHS standards and local regulations.
• Perform technical feasibility studies and document analysis for each site.
• Prepare deployment documentation and deliver technical training to key users.
• Propose and drive solutions to resolve installation challenges.

Required profile

• University degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or a comparable discipline.
• 3‑5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement or product development.
• Fluent written and verbal English.
• Experience delivering advanced manufacturing projects into operational environments.

Required skills

• Mechanical design and fixture design.
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge.
• Project coordination and installation of automation solutions.
• Testing and trial execution on plant floors.
• Technical documentation and training delivery.
• Familiarity with robotics, automation, digital twin, vision systems and EOL systems.