Innovation Project Engineer
Location: Coventry
Lear Corporation – a global automotive technology leader in seating and e‑systems enables superior in‑vehicle experiences for consumers worldwide. With more than 165,000 employees across 37 countries, Lear is a global leader in automotive technology and is committed to innovation, operational excellence and sustainability.
Position Overview
The Innovation Project Engineer will drive activities within Lear’s regional Innovation Hub under the umbrella of the EU & Africa Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering team. The role works closely with manufacturing, logistics, quality and IT subject‑matter experts to deliver applied technologies and Industry 4.0 initiatives that improve efficiency, quality and productivity.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the planning, execution and delivery of Innovation projects across the EMEA region, ensuring timelines, budgets and technical requirements are met.
* Manage project resources – personnel, equipment and budget – to maximize efficiency.
* Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (operations, IT, production) to transition products from development to implementation.
* Align Innovation initiatives with operational needs and strategic goals.
* Run proofs of concept, create prototypes and optimise products before scaling across the business.
* Identify, assess and evaluate emerging technologies (AI, robotics, IoT, AR/VR) for potential deployment.
* Ensure solutions comply with company and industry standards, regulations and security protocols.
* Communicate progress, challenges and outcomes to senior management and provide regular updates and recommendations.
* Build and manage relationships with external partners (universities, suppliers) to foster collaboration.
Key Skills And Qualifications
* Strong presentation skills and ability to interact with senior stakeholders from multicultural backgrounds.
* Willingness and flexibility to travel within the role.
* Analytical and critical thinking, with strong analytical skills to understand business processes.
* Lean thinking – ability to explain benefits of standardisation and challenge when necessary.
* Business acumen – understands the business impact of innovation initiatives and aligns efforts with strategic goals.
* Experience working in manufacturing and familiarity with robotics, automation, data & digitalisation, digital twin, AI.
* Strong project management skills, with experience leading complex research projects from concept to completion.
* Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
* Fluency in English, written and verbal.
* Higher education – Master’s in engineering/technical field preferred; Bachelor’s with relevant experience acceptable.
Why Lear
We offer a fantastic place to work, opportunities to grow and a company that places its people first.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Learning and development opportunities
* Opportunities to give back to the community
* Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.
Applicants must submit their resumes for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.
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