Human Resource Manager

Job Description

Responsibilities: Prefrence Serving notice period, immediate joiner . Lead HR strategy & policy formation Implement performance appraisals & PMS Develop manpower plans & budgets Oversee competency mapping & succession planning Ensure compliance with HR policies & KRAs Department: Human Resources – R&D Experience: 12+ years in HR, preferably with exposure to R&D/Engineering Education: MBA/PGDM in HR or equivalent Job Summary: The R&D HR Business Partner will serve as the strategic HR interface for the R&D team , The role involves talent acquisition, performance management, capability building, employee engagement, and aligning HR strategies with R&D objectives to foster innovation and engineering excellence. Key Responsibilities: 1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Collaborate with R&D leaders to understand manpower requirements. Drive end-to-end recruitment for technical and R&D roles (Design, Testing, Validation, Simulation, etc.). Ensure smooth onboarding and early integration of new R&D hires. 2. Performance & Capability Development: Coordinate annual and mid-year performance reviews. Partner with R&D heads to identify training needs and technical upskilling areas. Implement IDPs (Individual Development Plans) for engineers and technocrats. 3. Employee Engagement & Retention: Conduct regular HR connect sessions with R&D employees. Address employee grievances and implement retention initiatives specific to technical talent. Drive rewards & recognition programs for innovation and design excellence. 4. Workforce Planning & Organization Development: Support R&D org design and restructuring based on project phases (Platform development, Vehicle Integration, Product Validation, etc.). Monitor headcount, internal transfers, and succession planning. 5. Compliance & HR Operations: Ensure adherence to labor laws, internal policies, and audit requirements within the R&D function. Maintain accurate HR MIS and analytics for R&D manpower. Skills Required: Strong understanding of engineering/R&D functions in automotive/agri-machinery industry. Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills. Proficiency in MS Excel, HRMS tools, and recruitment platforms. Knowledge of organizational development practices. Preferred Background: Experience in an HR role supporting R&D/Engineering/Technical functions. Exposure to tractor, Automotive, Construction/agricultural machinery or automotive OEM/Tier-1 companies is a plus.