I am Murat Ozdemir, a mechanical engineer with an MSc and a track record across automotive cockpit and interior development. I blend deep theoretical knowledge with hands-on design and development across the full vehicle program—from concept through Job1. I leverage CAD/CAE tools to create and refine geometry, plan tests, and drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions that respect design intent. I am passionate about innovation and product excellence, and I enjoy shaping future derivatives through market insights, standardization, and continuous improvement. I communicate with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve conflicts, deliver on attribute targets, and push for best-in-class execution.

Murat Ozdemir

I am Murat Ozdemir, a mechanical engineer with an MSc and a track record across automotive cockpit and interior development. I blend deep theoretical knowledge with hands-on design and development across the full vehicle program—from concept through Job1. I leverage CAD/CAE tools to create and refine geometry, plan tests, and drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions that respect design intent. I am passionate about innovation and product excellence, and I enjoy shaping future derivatives through market insights, standardization, and continuous improvement. I communicate with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve conflicts, deliver on attribute targets, and push for best-in-class execution.

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I am Murat Ozdemir, a mechanical engineer with an MSc and a track record across automotive cockpit and interior development. I blend deep theoretical knowledge with hands-on design and development across the full vehicle program—from concept through Job1. I leverage CAD/CAE tools to create and refine geometry, plan tests, and drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions that respect design intent.
I am passionate about innovation and product excellence, and I enjoy shaping future derivatives through market insights, standardization, and continuous improvement. I communicate with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve conflicts, deliver on attribute targets, and push for best-in-class execution.

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Skills

Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Design Engineer - Automotive Cockpit & Interior at Jaguar Land Rover
July 1, 2023 - October 28, 2025
Lead and supported the development of virtual and physical off-road performance metrics across vehicle programs, ensuring compliance with attribute targets from concept to Job1. Utilised CAD/CAE tools to create, analyse and refine off-road geometry within Associative Vehicle Architecture (AVA) models, supporting integration with cross-functional CoCs. Managed and executed test plans with multi-functional teams, including planning and analysis of off-road evaluations and benchmark testing against competitor vehicles. Authored and developed new off-road attribute requirements, testing procedures, and virtual tools to enhance robustness and future-proof design intent. Regularly reported project progress and attribute delivery status to senior management at gateway milestones and technical reviews. Supported Post-Job1 product planning by assessing market trends and PALS positioning for future derivatives. Demonstrated strong stakeholder engagement by influencing other engineering teams to
Senior Design Engineer - Automotive Cockpit & Interior at Stellantis
September 30, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Detailed study of the final product concept, preparation of 3D data in Siemens NX, part and assembly drawings, bills of materials and release of scope according to defined processes. Ensured that all R&D activities comply with predefined processes and supported the optimization and development of these processes according to current conditions. Working on norms and regulations, making test requests, evaluating test results, defining and implementing constructive measures. Evaluation of customer complaints/feedback and quality issues for improvement, defining constructive measures according to root cause analysis and presenting them on relevant platforms. Active participation in the supplier development process and supporting the supplier for the technical issues and informing the decisions regarding the final product. To provide continuous improvement and cost optimization in all innovation-oriented R&D activities.
Senior Design Engineer - Automotive Cockpit & Interior at Daimler Truck / Mercedes-Benz
June 30, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Detailed study of the final product concept; preparation of 3D data in Siemens NX; part and assembly drawings; BOMs; release of scope according to defined processes; ensured compliance with Daimler processes; supported optimization of R&D processes; evaluated test results; defined constructive measures; addressed customer feedback and quality issues; supported supplier development; contributed to continuous improvement and cost optimization in all innovation-oriented R&D activities; communicated progress to stakeholders and aligned with attribute needs to resolve conflicts.
Intern Mechanical Engineer at Siemens
January 31, 2019 - January 31, 2019
Designed and developed Low and Medium Voltage Switchgears; prepared material lists (BOM), assembly drawings and part drawings; contributed to product enhancement and project tasks during internship.

Education

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Yildiz Technical University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration at Gaziantep University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration at Anadolu University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

DFMEA Certificate (Technical Risk Management)
January 1, 2024 - October 28, 2025
First Aid at Work Certificate
January 1, 2023 - October 28, 2025
ORG Off Road Driving Qualification - Jaguar Land Rover
January 1, 2025 - October 28, 2025
TOSFED Racing Certificate
January 1, 2018 - October 28, 2025
SolidWorks Education Certificate
January 1, 2013 - October 28, 2025
TUBITAK Electric Vehicle Efficiency Certificate
January 1, 2013 - October 28, 2025
Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
January 1, 2016 - October 28, 2025
Rotary Young Leaders Awards (RYLA)
January 1, 2017 - October 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services