Coordinator & specialist- External Gear Shifting system

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India; Chakan; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India invites a seasoned Coordinator & Specialist External Gear Shift System to lead development across ICE, Hybrid and BEV platforms. You will own product development, localization, supplier development and lifecycle management while guiding cross‑functional teams to meet quality, cost, delivery and performance targets.

Based in Pune, you will interface with global R&D and Indian functions, manage budgets and drive localization efforts, with 15–18 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical/automo­tive engineering with strong leadership skills.
• 15–18 years of relevant experience in gear shifting or automotive systems.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and supplier development.
• English communication skills; German/Czech would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Own technical leadership of external gear shifting systems across ICE, Hybrid and BEV.
• Lead project execution and ensure timely milestone delivery.
• Drive localization strategy and supplier capability development.
• Interface between Global R&D and Indian business functions.
• Ensure validation, quality readiness and lifecycle management.
• Manage engineering budgets and target costs.
• Develop engineering talent and drive continuous improvement.
• Push innovations in gear shift systems and processes.

Skills

Engineering Leadership

Program management

Budget ownership

Cross-functional leadership

Education

B.E./B.Tech

M.E./M.Tech Mechanical/Automobile

Job description

Embark on a fulfilling journey at koda Auto Volkswagen India (SAVWIPL), where were powering ahead into the future of mobility with unwavering determination. Headquartered in Pune, SAVWIPL manages the India region of the Volkswagen Groups five prestigious brands koda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini. As a leading European car maker in India, we offer a promising career growth, constant innovation, and a balanced work-life environment. Our consistent pursuit of workplace excellence has garnered us numerous accolades including Great Place to Work, Top Employer, and HR Asias Best Companies to Work for in Asia in 2023. At the forefront of automotive innovation, we operate two cutting‑edge manufacturing facilities in India - at Chakan, Pune, and Shendra, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly known as Aurangabad). With a rich legacy spanning over two decades, SAVWIPL boasts a wide spectrum of cars in its portfolio, ranging from conventional ICE range to electrifying BEV models.Open the door to boundless opportunities and learn more about SAVWIPL by visiting www.skoda-vw.co.in. Regardless of your background, age, or identity, we welcome all talents to join us on this exciting journey towards shaping the future of mobility.

Position Name: Coordinator & specialist- External Gear Shifting system

Qualification: B.E. /B. Tech, M.E. /M Tech Mechanical/Automobile

Experience: 15 to 18 years of relevant experience

Location: Pune

Purpose of the Position:

The Coordinator & Specialist External Gear Shift System is responsible for technical and project leadership of external gear shift systems across ICE, Hybrid and BEV platforms. The role owns product development, localization, supplier development, validation, release management, lifecycle support and budget control while leading cross‑functional teams to achieve Quality, Cost, Delivery and Performance objectives. The position serves as the key technical and business interface between global engineering organizations, suppliers and Volkswagen India functions and contributes to organizational capability development and strategic localization initiatives

Authority:

• Functional ownership of External Gear Shift Systems across vehicle programs and product lifecycle.
• Approval authority for technical specifications, design releases, validation plans, engineering changes, and product improvements within delegated limits.
• Leadership of cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and localization initiatives to achieve business objectives.
• Ownership of engineering budgets, product cost targets, and resource prioritization within approved limits.
• Representation of Volkswagen India in global technical forums and key stakeholder decision‑making discussions.
• Authority to recommend development budget, supplier nominations, manpower requirements, and strategic engineering improvements

Skills Required:

• Engineering Leadership (Product ownership, design & release governance, validation & design quality) - External gear shifting system
• Program and project management
• Budget ownership and product cost optimization
• Excellent communication skills, English in written and verbal form, German / Czech Language Proficiency would be an added advantage.
• Supplier and partner management
• A Deep understanding of Indian Automobile market, vehicles, customer, product and manufacturing requirements and an ability to motivate and reason for it.
• Customer and business focus
• Global stakeholder management & cross functional leadership
• Change management and life cycle support
• Team leadership and people development

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Own complete technical leadership of external gear shifting systems for ICE, Hybrid and BEV applications across development lifecycle.
• Lead project execution and ensure timely delivery of external gear shift system milestones
• Drive localization strategy and supplier capability development.
• Act as primary interface between Global R&D and Indian business functions.
• Ensure validation and quality readiness of external gear shift systems.
• Own engineering release and lifecycle management.
• Manage engineering budgets and product cost targets
• Develop team capability and foster engineering excellence
• Drive innovation and process improvements related to gear shift systems.

Equal Opportunity and Mutual Respect

Company assures equal opportunity and equal treatment, irrespective of ethnicity, skin color, gender, disability, ideology, faith, nationality, sexual orientation, social background or political conviction, provided it is based on democratic principles and tolerance towards those of contrary convictions. By principle, our employees are chosen, hired, and supported based on their qualifications and skills. Each of our employees is prohibited from discrimination of any kind (e.g. by disadvantaging, demoralizi ng, harassing or bullying) and shall nurture a respectful interaction with one another