Design Validation Engineer- Crank & Valvetrain

Hero MotoCorp Ltd.; Jaipur; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Hero MotoCorp Ltd. in India seeks a Design Validation Engineer for Crank & Valvetrain to strengthen engine robustness and lead DFMEA-driven improvements across new models.

You will study design parameters, validate test results, and coordinate with R&D and suppliers to close issues at key milestones, ensuring reliability of cranktrain and valvetrain components.

This role requires hands-on mechanical expertise and strong problem-solving, with a focus on manufacturing processes and QA methods.

Qualifications

• B.Tech Mechanical with 8 yrs of hands on Cranktrain & Valvetrain development experience.
• Understanding of 5C components, engine balancing, vibration.
• Exposure to suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Benchmark study to identify best-in-class features and ideas for cranktrain and valvetrain.
• Study failure modes and ensure countermeasures via DFMEA in new designs.
• Verify design parameters with drawings, GD&T, testing and validation.
• Collaborate with R&D during new model development for cranktrain & valvetrain parts.
• Liaise with design and testing teams and participate in PP1, assembly trials, warranty analysis.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

B.Tech Mechanical, 8 yrs experience in Cranktrain & Valvetrain

Tools

Drawing study

GD&T

Inspection methods

Crankshaft balancing

Valvetrain validation

FEA basics

Forging, casting, machining

DFMEA AIAG-VDA

Process audits

Job description

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Design Validation Engineer- Crank & Valvetrain

Benchmark study to identify best in class features/ design ideas
Study earlier failure modes and ensure countermeasure incorporation in new designs through DFMEA
Drawing study and verify key design parameters. Identify gaps and close loop before die-go release
Verify DVP testing results, wear rate and identify critical concerns that need resolution and support for closure of the same. Define new test menus where needed
Verification of LL / Past failures / DFMEA's / PTS tracking monitoring - Closure of all issues at key milestones

A purpose driven role for you

Ensure design robustness w.r.t previous market & warranty issues, lessons learnt, best practices and failure modes. Manage New Product Activities w.r.t engine design robustness. Ensure DFM/DFA/DFS addressal. Review test plans and validate test results for cranktrain and valvetrain components. Liaise closely with R&D teams during new model development of Cranktrain & Valvetrain parts.

A Day in the life

1. Study design parameters and predict potential concerns from market for evaluation – need for robustness
2. Liaise closely with design teams for driving product robustness – influence positive changes
3. Capture trends in warranty data which will need specific interventions in new designs – needs specific domain expertise in cranktrain and valvetrain
4. Internal and external stakeholder management & alignment for:
a) Design and testing teams
b) Liaise jointly with NPV teams during development
c) PP1 testing
d) Assembly Trials, Common part issue resolution
e) Base Model issue resolution, Market Issue resolution, Warranty analysis
f) DFMEA discussions and testing issues resolution

Academic Qualification & Experience

B.Tech Mechanical with 8 yrs of hands on experience in Cranktrain & Valvetrain development - Engine 5C parts/ Piston/ Gears

• Understanding of key parameters related to 5C components, Engine Balancing, Vibration, exposure to key suppliers

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Drawing study , GD&T , Inspection methods
• Testing and validation - Crankshaft balancing, Valvetrain validation, Basic FEA understanding, critical design parameters, wear parameters
• Manufacturing processes - Forging, casting, machining, heat treatment
• Knowledge of DFMEA AIAG-VDA
• Process audits , Process knowledge
• Systematic problem solving / RCA's / 8D

Behavioural Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective communication skills
• Assertiveness
• Critical thinking & intellectual capabilities to analyse problems
• Positive attitude with focus on problem resolution

What will it be like to work for Hero

As theworld's largestmanufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for the last 25 years, Hero is where you will get to work with the brightest innovators, passionate about being the best in what they do. You will become a part of India's proudest legacy, a brand that is celebrated by 130 million Indians and is now taking over the world with its manufacturing superpower.

If you are someone who dreams big and goes after their dreams with absolute conviction, Hero is your place to be. At Hero, we are building a cutting-edge future of mobility, pushing frontiers of innovation and aiming for the very best. Choose to be with the best, choose to be your best.

About Hero

Hero MotoCorp, headquartered in New Delhi, India, is the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for 25 consecutive years with ~$5 billion revenue. The Company's global footprint spans 52 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, Central and Latin America with a customer base of over 130 million. The Company operates eight manufacturing facilities - six in India and one each in Colombia and Bangladesh- along with two Research and Development centres: Centre for Innovation and Technology (CIT) in India and Tech Centre Germany (TCG).
Hero MotoCorp is driving the transition to electric mobility through VIDA, powered by Hero.

Strategic alliances with Harley-Davidson and Zero Motorcycles support the design and development of premium and electric motorcycles, respectively. Further demonstrating its commitment to the EV future, the Company has made strategic investments in two- and three-wheeler EV manufacturers, Ather Energy and Euler Motors. Hero MotoCorp is the only Indian two-wheeler manufacturer listed on the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Index (D/SI).

Hero MotoCorp's Executive Chairman, Dr. Pawan Munjal, was named to the 2025 TIME100 Climate List of the 100 most influential leaders driving business climate action.

Beyond mobility, Hero MotoCorp is a major global promoter of sports, including golf, football, field hockey, and cricket. Hero MotoSports Team Rally is India's flag bearer in global rally racing.

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