Sr. Manager - Suspension, Wheels & Tyres (Body & Chassis)

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Evaluate Motorcycle & Scooter Vehicle Dynamics through technical calculation and simulation.
• Benchmark wheels, suspension, and tires to derive specifications and targets for new products, informed by HOQ and customer studies.
• Evaluate & Finalize suspension specifications (e.g., spring stiffness, damping) through calculation, simulation, layout verification to meet the Target Ride Comfort.
• Design and optimize wheel geometries, bearing & other parts, material selection and manufacturing processes for durability, performance, and aesthetics.
• Calculate Tyre Specifications, communicate to supplier, coordinate with testing team and finalise the specifications.
• Coordinate with Simulation (FEA) & MBD (Vehicle Dynamics) Team to evaluate the design for stress, strain, fatigue, and modal analysis to meet Q, C & D Targets.
• Develop new concepts and technologies aimed at weight and cost reduction.
• Develop Design Guidelines, Master DFMEA, DFA, DFM, POT & DVP documents.
• Prepare should cost sheets & discuss with sourcing & supplier for bridging the gap.
• Prepare technical documentation, design reports, and presentations for internal reviews and external stakeholders.
• Analyze test data (e.g., ride data, handling characteristics, tire wear patterns) to validate design assumptions and inform iterative improvements.
• Conduct root cause analysis for field failures or customer complaints related to wheels, suspension, or tires, and implement effective countermeasures.
• Develop and execute comprehensive DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report), including lab, rig, and vehicle-level testing.
• Innovate and file Indian Patents for the new concepts and technologies.
• Conduct white space analysis, Prepare Prior Art Search Report & apply FTO for new concepts & technologies.
• Manage new product development, existing product enhancements, VA-VE projects, customer complaint resolution, and technology initiatives concurrently, adhering to established timelines.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Styling, Product Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, and After-Sales throughout the product lifecycle.
• Engage with external suppliers and partners for component development, testing, and production, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Stay updated on the latest industry trends, technologies, materials, and regulations in the global and Indian two-wheeler market, particularly concerning chassis, wheels, suspension, and tires.
• Ensure all designs and components comply with relevant Indian and international automotive regulations (e.g., AIS standards, BIS, ISO, JIS & IS) and safety standards.
• Implement DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) processes to identify and mitigate potential risks early in the design phase.
• Support the proto team with concept 3d models, benchmark parts from ICE or VE for proto vehicle build.

Competency Requirements:

• Expert in CAD Software, UG-Nx & Pro-E is a must. Knowledge of PLM tools like, Team Center, SAP & Windchill.
• Experienced in considering DFM of plastic , Sheet Metal , casting, Extruded parts, steel & Aluminum Forged Parts etc, manufacturing / assembly processes.
• Must be a Mechanical Engineer having Bachelor of Engineering / Master of Engineering.
• 5 to 10 yrs experience in Design & Development of Suspension, Wheels & Tyres.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, time & work management and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality results / designs.