As an Automotive engineer, you will be part of the team who are transforming the future of mobility industry by developing solutions for autonomous vehicles, electric mobility, and digitalisation. Join us to help the global automotive giants to optimise performance and sustainability through continuous innovation. You will have the opportunity to work on projects that integrate the latest technologies to enhance vehicle safety, efficiency, and environmental impact.
Make a direct impact on creating safer, smarter, and greener transportation solutions that will define the automotive industry of tomorrow.Expleo is the home of bold and reliable minds. With more than 50 years of experience in developing complex products, optimising manufacturing processes, and ensuring the quality of information systems, Expleo boasts an extensive global footprint, powered by 19,000 highly skilled experts delivering value in 30 countries.Our efforts in creating a supportive and inclusive workplace in India have earned us some key recognitions:
- 'Great Place to Work' certification for building a supportive, engaging environment.
- 'Progressive Place to Work,' by ET Now, for our dedication to innovation and inclusive workplace policies.
- 'Best Organizations for Women,' by ET Now, for empowering women by providing equal opportunities, supporting professional development and promoting inclusive leadership.
Responsibilities
v Ensure the availability of Packaging by meeting the Build planning requirements, Cost, Quality, Safety & Ergonomics. Adherence with Program Milestone; Responsible for the Planning of Budget and Pack Cost KPI (CAPEX & Amortization)
- Create the Master plan for Packaging Development Activity with respect Program milestone and Achieve required deliverables as per Program guidelines.
- Estimate the Packaging Details like Size, Design & SNP to calculate CAPEX and Amortization Cost for program.
- Study and develop the Best optimized packaging Design with respect to India region by considering various options like One way, Returnable, Rented….. Eventually choose the best optimized and cost-effective pack for implement.
- Drive efficiency in Packaging through Density improvement & Value Engineering; Implementation of DFL (Design For Logistics) ideas
- Should possess capability of Packaging Development for Domestic, Export or Import, SKD/DKD.
- Complete Digital study for all parts and Finalise Concept, Packaging Dimension, SNP, Orientation & Design confirmation in PLM for part - RT/RAL ratings by SCM
- Pack Proposal from Suppliers, validate different Proposals and Finalise Efficient Concept with Optimized Cost
- Based the finalised Concept, estimate Loop Size & Budget (Capex/Opex) and Finalize Pack Design - Work with Pur for negotiation with suppliers and Release PO
- Manage Digital Validation with all stakeholders (Alignment on Proof of Concept)
- Develop Proto Packaging and co-ordinate with all stakeholders for Validation through Trials (Manf, IQ, VPE, CPL, Logistics & Supplier) and Complete signoff by CFT
- Visit Suppliers to ensure on-time Pack Readiness/Supportability for Pre-builds/Programs milestones
- Ensure Pre-builds are supported with Proto Pack, Ensure Static/Dynamic Validations are conducted and final signoff from Suppliers
- Ensure PO release for Mass Production specific to Capex investments.
- Develop a Plan by working with suppliers for Mass Production of Packaging; Monitor and Report progress (as per Procurement Strategy aligned during industrialization phase), Resolve/track open concerns on Pack
- Ensure the packaging availability with supplier as per the IAP Logistic Book Standard (7 check points)
- After completion of procurement, request supplier to raise the invoice for payment process as well Asset Capitalization process.
- Create/Maintain Pack Master Data and Lessons Learnt for 100% of parts and support Transfer of parts to Serial Life
- Co-ordinate with QCP team and support to upload J Series Grid in PLM for APQP
- Prepare and report Pack cost KPI (Cost of per Car/CBM, Explanation to Deviations) on monthly basis and Align with Program Steering Committee
- Manage & Support e2e Pack Development on any Change Management (Parts Engineering/Volume Fluctuations/Source changes) -ECN/ECR process.
- Explore further Cost improvement in Pack during mass production through Synergy/Monozukuri/Workshops
- Support digital enablement in Pack Development Process (new Concept, Use of emerging Technology…)
- Participate Monozukuri and support to share the innovative and improvement ideas from SCM in order to reduce the TpC of Car
- Support serial life team for various mode of secondary launch and adhere the planning & schedule to completed SCM related activities on time.
- Create RACI for Change management process and publish to respective team to participate and complete their tasks without delay.
- Serial life capacity increase on packaging and other SCM activity confirmation based on the monthly analyses of MPP Volumes
Qualifications
- Minimum Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering / Management / Supply Chain, Master degree preferred
- Minimum 6 -8 years of experience in Supply Chain and preferred in Project Packaging Engineering Activities, Experience in Managing external team
Experience in Logistics Design & Setup, Packaging Cost Management/ Optimization, Packaging/ Product Development Processes
Essential Skills
- Minimum 6 -8 years of experience in Supply Chain and preferred in Project Packaging Engineering Activities, Experience in Managing external team
Experience in Logistics Design & Setup, Packaging Cost Management/ Optimization, Packaging/ Product Development Processes
Technical
- Highly skilled in 2D & 3D Software (CAD/CATIA/Pack Assist), Auto Parts/Packaging Simulations Tools, PLM Software
- Exposure to Automotive Production Process, Parts Packaging and Transport Techniques
- CAPEX Management & Cost reduction program on SCM
- Change management activities with respect to SCM on serial life program
- Managing Packaging Vendors/fabricators & Logistics service Providers
- Part knowledge and Packaging material & Costing knowledge
- Exposure to Supply Chain/ Product Development Processes
- Program Management & Team Management
Behavioral
Desired skills
- Team Player, Autonomous and Transparent
- Excellent Leadership skills, Perseverance
- Ability to negotiate and take decision
- Intercultural Awareness
- Result and Synthesis Oriented
Flexible and Ready to Travel
Experience
6-8 years
Benefits
- Collaborative working environment – We stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers, developing solutions that create a sustainable today and tomorrow.
- Continuous learning - Our Learning & Leadership Development team has established a world-class learning ecosystem that enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses.
- Global organisation - We provide solutions to leading brands from various sectors, giving you the opportunity to work with top-tier companies providing impactful solutions to our customers’ customers.
