Head Engineering (Automotive Plastic components)

Michael Page; India; On-site; INR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Opportunities to work on innovative projects

Supportive and collaborative environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Head Engineering - Plastics in India to lead a fast-growing engineering team focused on delivering innovative solutions in the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with proven experience in the automotive plastics domain, excellent leadership abilities, and a strategic mindset. The role offers a competitive salary package and the opportunity to work on impactful projects while fostering professional growth within a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong educational background in engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in the automotive plastics domain, particularly in product development.
• Technical expertise in engineering principles and industry standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product development lifecycle, from concept design to final implementation.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align projects with organizational goals.
• Oversee the development of innovative solutions to meet customer needs in the automotive sector.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the engineering team.
• Engage with stakeholders to address technical challenges and ensure project alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering principles

Problem-solving

Project management

Technical expertise in automotive plastics

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

• Lead a fast-growing engineering team solving complex challenges
• Work on plastic kinematics components with real-world impact

About Our Client

The employer is a large organization within the automotive industry, known for its focus on engineering excellence and product innovation. The company operates across multiple regions and is committed to delivering high-quality solutions to its clients.

Job Description

• Lead the product development lifecycle, from concept design to final implementation.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align projects with organizational goals.
• Oversee the development of innovative solutions to meet customer needs in the automotive sector.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the engineering team.
• Engage with stakeholders to address technical challenges and ensure project alignment.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head Engineering - Plastics should have:

• A strong educational background in engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in the automotive plastics domain, particularly in product development.
• Technical expertise in engineering principles and industry standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to oversee complex projects and deliver results efficiently.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary package.
• Opportunities to work on innovative projects in the automotive plastics.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Professional growth opportunities within a large organization.

If you are passionate about engineering and manufacturing and are looking to make a significant impact in the automotive sector, apply now to take the next step in your career