The Chief Platform Head is responsible for leading all engineering, purchase, manufacturing, and cost-related activities for a full vehicle platform. This role ensures that the vehicle meets its Target Cost, Performance, and Time (TCP) goals across every project under the platform.

Key Responsibilities 

1. Set the Platform Targets

• Work with Product Planning & Marketing to define cost, performance, and feature targets for all vehicles in the platform.

• Check feasibility with engineering, suppliers, manufacturing, and cost teams before finalizing.

• Break down overall targets into system-level targets (e.g., engine, chassis, electrical) and ensure each team understands their goals.

2. Ensure Targets Are Delivered

You are accountable for making sure all projects under the platform achieve their TCP targets.

Engineering

• Ensure that system targets are translated into proper specifications, drawings, and engineering work.

• Review trade-offs between systems and make decisions that keep overall platform goals on track.

Purchase

• Ensure suppliers meet technical requirements on time.

• Approve supplier decisions, cost negotiations, and value-optimization work.

• Review vendor panel recommendations from sourcing teams.

Manufacturing

• Ensure manufacturing decisions (make vs buy, plant location, tooling strategy) are taken on time.

• Ensure PPAP and manufacturing readiness are completed without delays.

3. Decision-Making & Conflict Resolution

• Resolve issues between engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing teams.

• Approve or reject any changes that may affect cost, performance, or timelines.

• Manage budget reallocations across projects within the platform.

• Step in to unblock any inter-team or inter-project bottlenecks.

4. Manage Deviations

• Review any proposed deviations from the original targets.

• Accept or reject deviations based on feasibility.

• Escalate important deviations to leadership and ensure proper approvals.

5. Vehicle Launch

• Ensure vehicle handover to Manufacturing and Sales happens with all quality approvals.

• Make sure the product is launch-ready with no outstanding technical issues.

Experience

• The ideal candidate will possess between 14 to 18 years of comprehensive experience in vehicle NVH development, demonstrating a deep understanding of NVH requirements and solutions across various vehicle architectures. Proven expertise in applying vehicle NVH development tools and methodologies to diagnose and resolve complex NVH issues is essential.
• Grounded knowledge in vehicle NVH simulation techniques will enable the candidate to effectively predict and improve NVH performance early in the development cycle. 
• Proficiency with advanced NVH analysis tools, including test laboratories, Muller BBM systems, and sophisticated techniques such as ASQ, PCA, TPA, and Sound Power measurements, will facilitate precise NVH assessments and improvements.
• The candidate should be well-versed with powertrain, driveline, chassis, suspension, sound packaging, and mounting systems, applying refinement expertise throughout development and benchmarking phases. 
• Familiarity with current and emerging NVH technologies and innovative approaches is critical, alongside an understanding of design, manufacturing, and NVH countermeasure strategies. 
• Demonstrated success in leading NVH initiatives that enhance vehicle refinement and customer satisfaction will distinguish optimal candidates.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional to lead Mahindra’s Product Sustainability & ELV

Compliance function. The ideal candidate will bring over 15 years of deep domain expertise in automotive

environmental compliance, materials technology, and sustainability strategy, with a strong track record of

managing teams, driving regulatory alignment, and enabling export readiness across global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the ELV & Sustainability Compliance function, managing a team of engineers and specialists.

Set strategic direction, allocate resources, and ensure timely delivery of compliance objectives.

- Define and implement sustainability frameworks that integrate lifecycle analysis, recyclability, and

eco-design principles. Align product development with global environmental and ESG goals.

- Ensure effective implementation of ELV, RoHS, REACH, and other international environmental

directives. Maintain compliance readiness for domestic and export markets.

- Oversee IMDS submissions, supplier declarations, and internal audits. Ensure accuracy,

completeness, and traceability of material compliance data across platforms.

- Develop and maintain internal standards and procedures for ELV and hazardous material

compliance. Drive consistency across vehicle programs and supplier networks.

- Collaborate with Homologation, platform teams, and suppliers to ensure regulatory alignment and

timely resolution of compliance issues.

- Train internal teams and suppliers on IMDS, compliance tools, and sustainability practices. Build

functional capability and foster a culture of proactive compliance.

- Monitor global regulatory changes and export vehicle compliance. Provide timely updates and risk

assessments to internal stakeholders.

- Apply deep knowledge of automotive materials regulations to guide material selection, ensure

conformity, and support sustainable product development.

- Drive innovation in material circularity, sustainable sourcing, and process optimization to reduce

environmental impact.

Person Profile:

Educational

Qualification

Education: B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering,

Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Environmental Science.

Experience

Experience: 15+ years in automotive sustainability, environmental compliance, and

materials technology.

Competencies

 Proven proficiency in IMDS and IDIS platforms for material declaration and

compliance tracking.

 Strong understanding of ELV RRR calculations, hazardous substance

identification, and recyclability norms.

 Exposure to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), carbon footprint analysis, and

circular economy frameworks.

 Familiarity with material grades, compositions, and sustainability metrics.

 Basic programming or algorithmic thinking for data automation and

analysis

Job Title- Lead Engineer - System Development Connected Cars & Automation

Job Location- Chennai

Experience Level- 6+ Years

Required Skill's Experience:

The role requires a deep understanding of various communication protocols (CAN,

TCP/IP, HTTP, MQTT, LIN, UART) and embedded architectures.

 Telematics Protocol Expertise: Hands-on experience with serial protocols,

CAN analysis (vector-canoe, CANalyzer), and CAN simulation tools.

 Software Testing: Proficiency in integration, black-box, sanity, smoke, unit

testing, and validation of software APIs.

 Defect & Log Analysis: Identify defects, generate reports, and perform log

analysis for debugging.

 Network Simulators: Knowledge of 2G, 3G, 4G simulators is advantageous.

 Cellular Protocols: Familiarity with 5G, LTE, UMTS, GSM, and location-

based technologies is a plus.

 System Knowledge: Strong understanding of hardware systems, I/Os, and

debugging processes.

 Cloud & Security: Exposure to cloud technologies, product security methods,

and connectivity trends.

 Mobile & ECU Testing: Experience with mobile app testing and automotive

ECUs from a telematics perspective.

Preferred Qualifications:

6-8 years of experience in automotive electronics, preferably with OEMs or Tier-1

suppliers.

B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech. in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, or related

fields.

Strong communication and analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and manage project deliverables.

Familiarity with product security and cloud computing technologies.

Job Title- PEH - CV Platform – Performance

Job Location- Chennai

Experience Level- 15+ Years

Job Description:

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables:

Sets system-level TCP targets based on vehicle-level TCP targets:

Takes inputs from CoEs/PPH/PMH on engineering/supplier/mfg/cost feasibility

Takes inputs from Build & Validation COE for project risks on performance & reliability

Takes inputs from PPM on planning/resource availability

Ensures achievement of all system as well as vehicle-level TCP targets set, thereby ensuring:

Timely release of drawings by CoEs after incorporating feedback on feasibility of Mfg/ Supplier/Service with minimal re-openings

Evaluate feasible engineering solutions for timely closure of all ORCs/concerns raised by all support CoEs /labs

Delivery of Process and Product targets (Performance, Weight, Cost, etc)

Timely closure of all engg. Decisions (L0/L1 drawings, overall vehicle packaging / CAD/ VP design approved, etc.) with desired quality, optimum cost and minimum deviations

Ensure timely completion of technical sign-off by CoEs to ensure that only the suppliers capable of meeting TCP targets are signed-off

Ensures right integration of all the systems with the help of VA&VI

Suggest technical risk mitigation plans to CPH

Ensures all TCP trade-offs are in conformance with platform targets:

Solves for TCP trade-offs and reallocates TCP targets across systems/CoEs that lie within pre-defined limits to ensure that there are no overall TCP deviations

Completes engineering sign-off for project handover to manufacturing/ PVE for Launch

BIW and Trim parts design and development understanding.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, and testing departments.

Ensure that BIW/Trim designs comply with safety and regulatory requirements.

Perform simulations and analyses to verify structural integrity and performance of BIW/Trim.

Optimize BIW/Trim designs for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.

Resolve engineering issues related to BIW/Trim components during the development phase.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in design and manufacturing processes of BIW/Trim.

Experience:

15 + years of exp of Developing Delivering of Vehicle Programs- Power Train change, Refresh Programs, Regulation driven Program (Domestic and Overseas homolgations)

Position-Sr. Lead Engineer L5M

Business Unit/Division-AFS/VES

Reports To -Principal Engineer

Place of Posting -MRV/MSPT, Chennai

Job Purpose-Sr. Lead Engineer - Product Development – ADAS

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

1. Product Development:

Lead and manage the end-to-end project lifecycle for ADAS system development, from initial concept to full-scale deployment. Ensure timely delivery, adherence to project scope, and meet all technical specifications and quality standards.

Work with cross-functional teams to define system specifications, architecture, and interfaces.

Ensure that product designs are robust and meet all regulatory, safety, and quality requirements.

2. Project Deliverables & Adherence to Processes:

Lead the planning, execution, and tracking of project deliverables to ensure timely completion of milestones.

Take ownership of project timelines, ensuring milestones are met within budget and on time.

Ensure that product development follows established processes and industry standards.

Track and report project status, risks, and mitigations to stakeholders and management.

Develop and execute test cases to validate system functionality, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.

Capture and analyze logs from vehicle testing, ensuring that data is accurately interpreted and used to drive improvements.

Work closely with the CFT team to setup End-of-Line (EOL) calibration and verification stations.

3. Quality Maintenance & Process Adherence:

Ensure that the design, development, and testing processes maintain the highest level of quality.

Perform detailed DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to identify and mitigate potential risks early in the design phase.

Define and execute DVP (Design Verification Plan) to validate the system against requirements.

4. Technical Expertise & Development Tools:

Lead the development of ADAS algorithms and system software in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python.

Have hands-on experience with vehicle network architecture, specifically CAN (Controller Area Network) and Ethernet, and manage their integration into the ADAS system.

Use CAN and Ethernet tools for diagnostics, testing, and analysis of vehicle communication.

5. Prototyping & Innovation:

Design, develop, and test prototypes to validate new ADAS features and concepts. Lead the innovation process by introducing new technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance ADAS solutions. Keep up to date with industry trends and drive forward-thinking solutions.

Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that demands flexibility and agility.

6. Mentorship & Team Leadership:

Lead, mentor, guide and grow a high-performing team of engineers, professionally and technically.

Foster a collaborative team environment and promote knowledge sharing to ensure continuous learning, collaboration, and personal development.

Provide leadership in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.

7. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, to ensure product requirements and timelines are met.

Ensure proper documentation and reporting are maintained, including test results, engineering changes, and system specifications.

8. Roadmap and Future Readiness:

Create department roadmaps considering the technology status, showing proof of concepts, collaborate with stakeholders for preparing Time, Cost and Performance Targets.

Create assets and resources to be utilized for various upcoming projects with minimal efforts.

Recruit talented engineers, create and develop a team and ready to start new projects from scratch based on organization needs."

Experience (years)- 13+ years for (M.E/MTech)/ 15+ years for (B.E/BTech) in automotive systems engineering with a focus on ADAS or related fields, including hands-on experience with system-level engineering, product development, and integration.

Industry Preferred-Automotive

Qualification-M.E/MTech/B.E/BTech (Electronics)

Competencies -

Technical Expertise & Development Tools:

Proficiency in development languages such as C, C++, and Python.

Strong understanding of vehicle network architecture, including CAN and Ethernet protocols.

Hands-on experience using CAN and Ethernet tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, Wireshark).

Expertise in DFMEA, DVP, and testing methodologies.

Proficiency in rapid prototyping techniques. Familiarity with development tools, such as MATLAB, Simulink, or similar tools for simulation and rapid prototyping.

Strong knowledge of ADAS systems, including sensors (cameras, radar, LiDAR), ECU, and algorithms.

Deep knowledge of ADAS technologies, sensor fusion, machine learning, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).

Behavioral Competencies / Soft Skills-Leadership: Proven leadership skills with experience in managing cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers. Resolve team conflicts and ensure maximum productivity from the team.

Travel & Flexibility:

Willingness to travel to customer sites, test locations, or production facilities to support ADAS product deployment, testing, and integration.

Comfortable working extended hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet project deadlines, especially during critical project phases, with a commitment to project success.

Ability to handle rapid changes in a dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to tackle complex engineering challenges.

Quality & Process Orientation: A keen focus on quality and adherence to processes and standards

Project Management: Strong ability to manage complex projects, with a clear focus on timelines, budget, and quality.

Long Term Collaboration: Values long-term collaboration with the employer and fosters a collaborative, dynamic workplace culture.

Qualifications: BE / B. Tech / M. Tech in Automotive/Mechanical streams

Experience:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in areas of Automotive Seating System Design & Development.
• Expertise in complete seating system delivery and achieving the targets in every phase of product development starting from Style to SOP.
• Experience in driving the changes in close discussion with Styling, Product Planning & Platform teams to meet the complete seating requirements.
• One of most critical and high exposure roles in Automotive industry. To lead a team of
• Engineers to enhance the seating features, comfort & convenience through Design details,
• Engineering robustness, appropriate material selection for meeting the all the performance requirements, stringent regulatory criteria, also ensuring the highest level of aesthetics and haptics.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Plan & execute the seating system delivery by meeting all the project requirements such as Cost, Weight, Performance & timeline in Passenger Vehicle programs with the highest order of comfort, convenience, safety & aesthetics.
• Reporting the Product development status & timely risk escalations in regular intervals and specified milestones.
• Support with Technical Expertise to Styling team, Product planning team to provide the best configuration by the means of appropriate benchmarking, future road map &
• Proof-of-concept readiness.
• Anticipating and reporting the risk associated in meeting the seats related DVP
• (Regulatory, Functional, Durability) & achieving the first time right for each program and proposing mitigation plans.
• Fully aware of upcoming regulations & consider the changes well in advance to ensure future ready seating system for upcoming programs.
• Support the supplier, product planning team & interface CFT team to setting the best possible FI targets & achieve them jointly.
• Build, Guide & Nurture the team to educate, experience & enhance their technical abilities to empower them to deliver the best products.
• Develop the team to work collaboratively with CFT’s like CAE, BSR, NVH, STA, DE,
• VD, PQ, NovaC, Validation, PVT etc to ensure high Quality product Design in line with the industry best practices to enhance Customer’s Experience.
• Closely monitor & timely review of tooling activities to closely work with CDMM /
• Supply base to ensure the utmost Product manufacturing quality & avoid potential failures & process issues during production stage & post SOP.
• Research of automotive seating related trends across industries and adaptation of the relevant improvements in the new vehicles.

Key competencies:

 Seating System design & development experience.

 Design Thinking process knowledge.

 Realizing the customer expectations and emotions while interacting with the vehicle.

 Disruptive innovation and change catalyst.

 Strong knowledge in automotive product/ecosystem with a desire to learn new

aspects of business.

 Industry knowledge and a keen interest in latest technologies.

Soft Skills:

 Desire to stay ahead of the curve and ensure team building

 Strong project management methodologies

 Passion for understanding user experience and idea generation

 Technical Know-How of latest seating technologies around the globe & acumen to closely predict the upcoming trends.

Mahindra Auto

Position-Principal Engineer (L4DH) BIW

Experience Level-16 to 22 Years

Job Location-Chennai-India

Repots To- COE Head Body systems

Industry Preferred-Automotive

Qualification:

B Tech in Mechanical engineering or M Tech

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables:

- Achieving the Functional image targets (Crash, durability, NVH, weight) set for BIW

- Meeting the time, cost and performance targets set

- Leading a team of close to 40 engineers with 5-6 lead engineers

- Collaborating with Studio, CME, Manufacturing, CDMM, simulation and other interfacing departments to achieve project deliverables

- Bringing out key risks in achieving engineering targets with proposed solutions for management direction

General Requirements:

- Hands on experience of working in BIW design for passenger car applications

Functional Competencies, Skills critical for the job:

- Deep understanding of BIW architecture, simulations, manufacturing process and validation issues

- Deep understanding of latest trends in BIW design, light weighting and manufacturing process

Mahindra

Soft Trim Engineer:

Place of Posting Auburn Hills, MI, USA

Qualification BSME, or Related BS in Engineering

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

• New vehicle development by influencing design, providing tooling estimates, providing material suggestions, participating in risk analysis, helping to coordinate drawings, being able to analyze and provide suggestions regarding cost reduction and quality improvement opportunities.
• Proficient in Carpet, Dash Isopad, NVH Pad, Wheelhouse Pad, Hood and underbody NVH Pad, etc…
• In-depth knowledge of NVH and Carpet materials, compression mold design and molding processes
• Experience with planning and managing projects, supplier and vendor management, product development and lifecycle stages
• Work on early Master Sections and Engineering Surfaces
• Troubleshoot using DOE process and other black belt methodologies
• Participates in the creation and implementation of new design concepts
• Maintains up to date BOM (Bill of Material) for all assigned parts
• Perform feasibility checks with respect to material, manufacturing & design perspective
• Develop innovative solutions to improve from a cost/mass, performance, and quality perspective
• Create and present technical reports to communicate project status and results
• Well versed with global relevant standard & methodology
• Responsible for the final design robustness and product quality
• Soft Trim Engineer will work with a complete cross functional vehicle development team to define functional requirements, develop component and system DVPR, DFMEA, and release system and component performance specifications.

Experience (years) 5 to 10 years

Industry Preferred Automotive (mandatory)
Competencies

• CATIA V5
• Teamcenter
• DFMEA
• Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint

General Requirements

• Travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally
• Flexibility in hours based on international collaboration
• 100% onsite in the office.