Automotive Interior Prototyping Specialist

Position: Automotive Interior Prototyping Specialist

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Who are we:

Antolin is a leading global automotive supplier; we are experts in designing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative solutions for vehicles around the world. Our product portfolio includes trim, headliners, and cockpits, as well as lighting and other interior systems. We offer comprehensive solutions with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability. Our products are used in many of the world’s leading car brands. In fact, Antolin equips nearly 700 vehicle models around the world. With 136 manufacturing plants and offices in 23 countries, Antolin has achieved this strong industry presence through 75 years of working with our customers in order to develop a complete cycle of component manufacturing, from their conception and design, through the development and validation stages, to their industrialisation and sequenced delivery. We are working hard on spearheading the transformation that the automotive industry is currently experiencing with regard to vehicle interiors by collaborating with our customers. We do so in order to develop more sustainable and technologically advanced vehicles that are also adapted to the new needs and requirements of their passengers. As part of this transformation, Antolin is committed to a sustainable business model that focuses on and creates value for all its stakeholders, including its customers, employees, investors, suppliers, and society as a whole. 

Mission: 

Responsibilities:

• Develop sewing patterns and cutting layouts for automotive interior components. 
• Create optimized material nesting layouts for leather, synthetic leather, fabrics, and other interior materials using specialized nesting software.
• Assess material quality and identify defects in leather hides and other trim materials.
• Manufacture, upholster, and laminate prototype components to evaluate product design and production feasibility. 
• Define and optimize lamination concepts and processes, including press and membrane lamination technologies. 
• Evaluate manufacturability and technical feasibility based on CAD data and design specifications. 
• Prepare work instructions and prototype manufacturing documentation. 
• Operate cutting, splitting, sewing, and upholstery equipment for prototype production.
• Establish and improve manufacturing processes and workflow standards for interior trim components. 
• Provide technical expertise regarding lamination methods, adhesive systems, and application processes. 
• Analyze prototype test results and laboratory findings to support continuous product and process improvement. 
• Maintain direct communication with customers, engineering teams, and manufacturing plants throughout development projects.

For our Automotive Interior Prototyping Specialist, we are looking for:

• Completed vocational training in automotive upholstery, trimming, interior manufacturing, or a comparable technical discipline.
• Several years of experience in automotive interior prototyping, upholstery, trimming, or related manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on expertise in working with leather, synthetic materials, fabrics, foams, and premium interior components.
• Strong knowledge of cutting, sewing, lamination, upholstery, and prototype manufacturing processes.
• Ability to assess technical feasibility based on drawings, CAD data, and customer requirements.
• Team-oriented, quality-focused, and self-motivated professional with good German and English communication skills and willingness to support customer projects.

What can we offer you:

• You will be part of a highly engaged multinational with international career opportunities.
• We offer you a learning journey adapted to your professional experience.
• You will work on international projects for world- renowned companies in Automotive sector.
• You can find an Open Environment to learn new technologies.
• We can offer you a competitive salary, benefits and valuable OEM discounts.

Here at Antolin, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities.  The Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.  Duties, responsibilities or activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily.  If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.    

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