Ergonomic Lead Engineer

Job Overview: VinFast is a pioneering electric vehicle (EV) company committed to transforming the global automotive industry through sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. As a leader in the EV market, VinFast is dedicated to delivering premium-quality vehicles that combine cutting-edge technology with exceptional performance and design. As a Ergonomic Lead Engineer, you will play a key role in defining and developing the overall vehicle layout and architecture. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure that all systems and components are seamlessly integrated to meet performance, cost, weight, and ergonomic targets. Main Tasks: Lead the occupant packaging and ergonomic layout for vehicle programs, ensuring alignment with brand DNA, user comfort, and performance targets. Define key vehicle reference points (H-point, eyellipse, vision lines, reach zones, etc.) using SAE and regulatory standards (e.g., J1100, J826, J941). Use CAVA (CATIA Aided Vehicle Architecture) to validate vision, legal compliance, and spatial constraints early in design stages. Collaborate with studio design, safety, HVAC, body, and interior teams to integrate cross-functional requirements into occupant packaging. Conduct ergonomic assessments through human modeling and simulation using RAMSIS to ensure optimal occupant posture, reach, ingress/egress, and comfort. Lead and present at packaging reviews, virtual buck reviews, and cross-functional forums. Ensure compliance with global legal and regulatory occupant space, safety, and visibility requirements (FMVSS, ECE, GB, etc.). Benchmark competitive vehicle packaging solutions and maintain a best-practice database. Balance trade-offs among styling, ergonomics, crash performance, manufacturability, and cost. Advanced proficiency in occupant packaging tools such as RAMSIS, CAVA Vision / Safety / Legal, and CATIA V5/V6, Team center Viz Mock up. Strong understanding of SAE standards (J1100, J826, J941) and global regulatory requirements. Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to work across departments and present to senior leadership. Requirements Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent industry experience) in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline. Minimum 5 years of experience in vehicle architecture or packaging within the automotive industry. Proficiency in CATIA V5 and Teamcenter; familiarity with other CAD/PLM systems (UG/NX, AutoCAD) is a plus. Proven experience working on full vehicle design from concept to production. Good understanding of vehicle regulations, ergonomics, and manufacturing feasibility. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, multicultural environment. With respect to all your personal data shared to VinFast in the application and the entire recruitment process of VinFast, by clicking “Apply”, submitting your resumé/CV and/or participating in VinFast's recruitment process, you agree that you have read VinFast's Personal Data Protection Policy ("Policy") posted at https://vinfastauto.com/vn_vi/dieu-khoan-phap-ly or https://vinfast.vn/privacy-policy/, you agree to the Policy and consent for VinFast to process your personal data in accordance with the Policy and the applicable regulations on personal data protection. To all recruitment agencies: VinFast does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other VinFast employees. VinFast is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.