Chassis – Spring and Damper module – Lead Engineer

Tata Technologies; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies invites applications for an experienced mechanical engineer to own end-to-end delivery of air spring and damper modules from concept through launch. You will lead technical decisions, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure design quality, cost, weight and timing targets are met.

You will drive system architecture, validate across durability and environmental tests, and mentor engineers while coordinating with global teams. A strong background in PDP and APQP/PPAP is valued.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech/M.E. in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of system interfaces, manufacturing feasibility, and design release processes.
• Experience leading suppliers and cross-functional teams; ability to operate autonomously.

Responsibilities

• System / module ownership: define architecture, targets, and requirement cascade; maintain requirement traceability.
• Lead design strategy and integration across vehicle interfaces (packaging, kinematics, NVH, E/E where applicable).
• Drive DFMEA, DVP&R, and design reviews; ensure robust design releases and change control.
• Lead virtual and physical validation strategy and correlation (durability, environment, corrosion, abuse).
• Supplier technical leadership: RFQ support, technical specification, design reviews, issue closure, APQP/PPAP readiness.
• Program execution: manage risks, maturity, and gateways; lead root cause analysis (8D) and implement countermeasures.
• Team handling: mentor and guide engineers; plan/assign work packages; ensure delivery to plan.

Skills

System interfaces

Manufacturing feasibility

Design release

Autonomous work

Supplier leadership

Education

B.E./B.Tech/M.E. in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering

Tools

HyperMesh

ANSA

DFMEA

DVP&R

8D/5-Why

Job description

We have planned walk in drive on Saturday, 1st Aug in Bangalore.

Interview Venue:

Tata Technologies,

(Third & Ground Floor), Salarpuria Supreme,

Khata No. 137, Survey No. 92/5,

Time: 9AM - 1PM

• Shortlisting of profile at venue

PFB Job Description:

Role Summary:

Own end-to-end delivery of the air spring and damper module system/components across the product development lifecycle—from concept and requirements definition through detailed design, validation, and launch support. Lead technical decision making, integration with adjacent systems, supplier technical delivery, and ensure quality, cost, weight, and timing targets are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• System / module ownership: define architecture, targets, and requirement cascade; maintain requirement traceability.
• Lead design strategy and integration across vehicle interfaces (packaging, kinematics, NVH, E/E where applicable).
• Drive DFMEA, DVP&R, and design reviews; ensure robust design releases and change control.
• Lead virtual and physical validation strategy and correlation (durability, environment, corrosion, abuse).
• Supplier technical leadership: RFQ support, technical specification, design reviews, issue closure, APQP/PPAP readiness.
• Program execution: manage risks, maturity, and gateways; lead root cause analysis (8D) and implement countermeasures.
• Team handling: mentor and guide engineers; plan/assign work packages; ensure delivery to plan.

Required Qualifications:

• B.E./B.Tech/M.E. in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of system interfaces, manufacturing feasibility, and design release processes.
• Experience leading suppliers and cross-functional teams; ability to operate autonomously.

Tools & Platforms:

• Pre/Post: HyperMesh and/or ANSA
• Quality & Delivery: DFMEA, DVP&R, 8D/5-Why

Nice to Have:

• Hybrid/HEV vehicle exposure (good to have)
• Experience working in a structured product development environment (PDP / APQP / PPAP)
• Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder management
• Structured problem-solving mindset (8D/5-Why) and data-driven decision making
• Ownership, attention to detail, and delivery discipline
• Ability to work with global suppliers and multi-site teams