Lead Engineer - Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH)

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited; Chennai; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd is seeking a Lead Engineer - NVH to optimise automotive systems for improved noise, vibration and harshness. You will work on BIW, cradles, chassis, closures and seating NVH, performing static and dynamic analyses and using optimisation techniques to meet targets.

The role requires 5–8 years in automotive NVH, FE modelling with HyperMesh and MSC tools, and hands-on LMS/Virtual Lab experience. Strong collaboration across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of automotive NVH analysis and simulation experience.
• Proficiency in full-vehicle FE model building using Altair HyperMesh and MSC solvers.
• Experience with LMS/Virtual Lab for comprehensive simulations.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrating a strong understanding of automotive systems modelling (BIW, cradles, chassis frames, closures, seating NVH).
• Executing static and dynamic analysis and applying optimisation to meet targets.
• Assessing global stiffness, global modes, and dynamic stiffness to ensure robust designs.
• Updating models to correlate NVH simulations with test results.
• Incorporating variability into simulations to improve model accuracy.
• Evaluating how system-level performance influences overall vehicle performance.

Skills

NVH analysis

FE modelling

Simulation & optimisation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor/Master in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Altair HyperMesh

MSC NASTRAN

MSC ACTRAN

Altair OPTISTRUCT

LMS/Virtual Lab

Job description

Lead Engineer - NVH Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

As a Lead Engineer - NVH at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, you will play a crucial role in optimising automotive systems to enhance noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) performance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Demonstrating a strong understanding of automotive systems modelling, specifically in Body in White (BIW), cradles, chassis frames, closures, steering, and seating NVH.
• Executing static and dynamic analysis, employing optimisation techniques to effectively modify designs and meet project targets swiftly.
• Assessing global stiffness, global modes, and dynamic stiffness to ensure robust designs.
• Conducting model updates to correlate and validate operational NVH performance with simulation outcomes.
• Incorporating variability considerations into simulations to enhance model accuracy.
• Evaluating the effect of system‑level performance on overall vehicle performance, identifying potential improvements.

Tools and Processes you'll use include:

• Creating process documentation for system‑level NVH simulations and optimisation.
• Utilising optimisation tools, such as Mode Frontier, to advance our noise and vibration performance metrics.
• Developing new design validation plans (DVPs) that preemptively address NVH issues at the system level.
• Delivering system‑level DVPs for multiple projects while adhering to timelines and NVH performance criteria.

Experience A successful candidate will bring extensive experience to this position:

• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in automotive NVH analysis and simulation.
• Proficiency in full vehicle finite element (FE) model building using Altair Hypermesh, alongside experience in conducting static and dynamic analysis and optimisation using software such as MSC NASTRAN, MSC ACTRAN, and Altair OPTISTRUCT.
• A proven track record in NVH behaviour analysis with a focus on automotive systems.
• Hands‑on experience with LMS/Virtual Lab for comprehensive simulations.

Industry Preferred

The preferred industry is: Automotive Industry Familiarity with automotive design intricacies and the challenges associated with NVH performance is essential.

Qualifications

A Graduate or Post Graduate degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering is required for this role. Your educational background should equip you with the foundational knowledge necessary to grasp advanced concepts in vehicle dynamics and NVH analysis. Holding additional certifications or courses related to NVH testing, automotive system dynamics, or noise control engineering will be considered beneficial. Continuous improvement in knowledge through workshops or seminars relevant to automotive engineering trends is also encouraged.

General Requirements

• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• A collaborative mindset, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.
• Proactive problem‑solving skills combined with the ability to think critically under pressure.
• A commitment to continual learning and professional development in the ever‑evolving field of automotive engineering.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants. Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.

Experience Level

Senior Level