Interior Trims-Cockpit

Scope of Role:

The Lead Engineer will be responsible for leadership of the sub systems and deliverables for all aspects of defined component(s) / system(s) within the Cockpit Console commodities and Interior Trims

Primary Skill:

Proven project management capability demonstrated by recent delivery in line with time, cost, quality & attribute targets.

Proven and extensive experience in right first-time development and integration of at least one of the following -Cockpit Console commodities and Interior Trims -IP & Console , Ducts , Vents, Topper Pads Glove box Diver panels, cup holder, Arm rest etc

Detailed Engineering knowledge of design, function, performance, production & manufacturing requirements.

Ability to manage and challenge system, sub-system and component costs through utilization of engineering knowledge and decision-making process.

Excellent communication skills, with demonstrable ability of communicating with cross functional teams and influencing at all levels.

PC Literacy: Microsoft Project, Power Point, Excel, Wo rd etc.

Significant experience in use of engineering tools - FMEA, Agile or Scrum (Six Sigma will be added advantage)

This position is responsible for establishing, planning and running the engineering sub system meetings to ensure appropriate cross functional representation and input from all relevant areas.

Insure progression of design maturity from initial concept through to Engineering Sign-Off and design gateways.

Establishing and maintain the teamwork plan aligned to vehicle program.

Ensure Regulatory compliance of system, sub-system and components.

Define appropriate engineering targets to meet function, quality & attribute requirements for the Vehicle Program. Ensure system, sub-system and components meet cost and weight targets.

Develop and maintain the design validation plan (DVP) including both in-house and supplier testing plan and ensure development signoff tests are completed on schedule.

Develop System Design Specifications incorporating engineering standards, test procedures and material specifications.

Lead Failure Mode Avoidance activities including DFMEA, quality history reviews and DFA/D FM reviews.

Lead the resolution of design, attribute or packaging incompatibilities through the appropriate cross-functional meetings.

Management of Supplier (s) to ensure system/component delivery to vehicle program timing and attribute targets.

Support Purchasing team in Sourcing and RFQ activities including the creation of ESOWs, CAD SOWs, PDSs and ESIs.

Support vehicles launch and pre-production builds (both virtual and physical).

Ensuring the effective application of APQP to manage system/component delivery.

Ensure delivery of PSW, through planning from project start to sign off.

Follow and deliver company goals and strategies.

Ensure system, sub-system and components meets DVA, Optical and Perceived Quality targets.

Qualification:

BE/B. Tech, ME in Mechanical/Production/ Automotive Engineering