Senior AME Process Engineer

About the role

As part of the EU & Africa JIT and Structures AME team, the Senior AME Process Engineer supports the execution of multiple regional projects, ensuring they meet Lear’s AME Roadmap standards. The role involves implementing automated solutions in JIT, Trim or Structures facilities and providing subject‑matter expertise across the AME domain.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with Central AME, Plant Operations, EHS, Purchasing, Commercial and Program Management to deliver AME projects.
• Develop and validate business cases with clear technical, operational and financial justification.
• Support Lear’s RFQ process through technical expertise and cross‑functional coordination.
• Coach plant and regional teams, driving knowledge transfer and sustainable serial operations.
• Define timing and execution plans, flag risks or budget deviations, and devise solutions to minimise downtime.

Required profile

• University degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or a comparable discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in JIT, Trim or Structures facilities, with knowledge in at least one of welding, maintenance, robotics, automation, EOL systems or Digital Twin.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Required skills

• Welding, maintenance, robotics, automation, EOL systems, Digital Twin.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.