Executive- Prod Dev

As an Executive- Prod Dev (2/3 W) at Apollo Tyres Ltd in Chennai R&D, your role involves providing development support in Tire Engineering and Construction of 2/3 W new products to meet customer requirements. You will be responsible for planning and executing BM activity to identify improvement opportunities and initiating the development of new construction proposals based on future requirements. Your key responsibilities will include: - Conducting benchmark analysis, simulation studies & proposing cavity - Coordinating all competition study, DVP & data book preparation activities - Providing design inputs for tread pattern & mould drawing preparation - Releasing design specifications and Design pack for Proto-run trials - Preparing Testing plan and monitoring performance of New designs / Test tyres of 2/3 W category - Reviewing outdoor results, discussing MFS along with the project lead for the next Iteration - Monitoring product performance quarterly and initiating corrective actions if required - Participating in DFMEA & working on performance enhancement of released products - Supporting Value Engineering projects and maintaining product leadership - Periodically scanning market new vehicle launches and updating the vehicle fitment chart - Absorbing more knowledge in the role and proposing training needs for future aspirations Qualifications required for this role: - B Tech/BE in Rubber Technology/ Polymer Engineering/Mechanical Engineering Experience: - 4-6 years in Plant technology function/Product Development function of a 2/3-Wheeler tire manufacturing In this role, you are expected to have basic knowledge of tyre mechanics, tyre manufacturing & test methodology, quality management system, tyre failures and causes, as well as regulatory standards (BIS/ECE/DOT etc). Your skills should include analytical skills, IT skills, team player & coordination skills, as well as basics of Vehicle dynamics. Join Apollo Tyres Ltd to contribute to the development of new products and enhance the company's market presence globally.,