Head Body, Comfort, Energy, Instrument Cluster and Switches

Embark on a fulfilling journey at Skoda Auto Volkswagen India (SAVWIPL), where you will be driving into the future of mobility with unwavering determination. SAVWIPL, headquartered in Pune, manages the India region of five prestigious brands of the Volkswagen Group - Skoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini. As a leading European car maker in India, we offer promising career growth, constant innovation, and a balanced work-life environment. Our commitment to workplace excellence has resulted in numerous accolades including Great Place to Work, Top Employer, and HR Asia's Best Companies to Work for in Asia in 2023. Operating two cutting-edge manufacturing facilities in India, at Chakan, Pune, and Shendra, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly known as Aurangabad), SAVWIPL boasts a rich legacy of over two decades and a diverse portfolio of cars ranging from conventional ICE range to electrifying BEV models. Open the door to boundless opportunities and learn more about SAVWIPL by visiting www.skoda-vw.co.in. Regardless of your background, age, or identity, we welcome all talents to join us on this exciting journey towards shaping the future of mobility. Purpose of the Position: Lead the development of Body, Comfort, Energy, Instrument Cluster, and Switches to meet future Indian product and manufacturing requirements. Ensure product localization, product/vehicle level tests in India, coordination for product certifications, coordination with internal/external personnel and suppliers, and project coordination and tracking against milestones. Authority: Contribute to E&E Strategy, design/data approval/release at each project milestone, FMK initiatives, propose technology-driven initiatives, and encourage and facilitate team & resource management. Skills Required: Leadership in BCM, Body, Comfort, Energy, Instrument Cluster, and Switches development department, ability to think in a wider business scope, excellent communication skills, English proficiency, German/Czech language proficiency (added advantage), expert knowledge of wiring harness and electronics component/system design, deep knowledge of complete vehicle assembly related to wiring harness, comfort electronics, and energy management systems, deep understanding of the Indian Automobile market, legislative requirements, vehicles, customer, product, and manufacturing requirements. Key Responsibilities & Tasks: Lead the Body, Comfort, Energy, Instrument Cluster, and Switches department efficiently, lead the localization of components and systems, ensure adherence to Product Development Process guidelines, conduct regular product team meetings, develop internal capability to ensure compliance with Group processes and legislative requirements, monitor department budget/capacity, manage and motivate the team, seek new Indian technologies/development opportunities, support and guide the department, understand Project Management, and be responsible for resolution of field quality, R&D, and ASL relevant concerns. Equal Opportunity and Mutual Respect: Employees are chosen, hired, and supported based on qualifications and skills. Discrimination of any kind is prohibited, and respectful interaction with each other is encouraged.,