Lead Engineer- Underrun Protection and A...

BMW TechWorks India Private Limited; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

BMW TechWorks India Private Limited in Pune is seeking a Lead Engineer for Underrun Protection and Aero Covers (Passenger Car). You will shape vehicle efficiency and underbody aerodynamics by developing underrun shields and protection systems, from concept to production.

The role requires 8–12 years in automotive exterior/underbody development, strong CAD/PLM skills, and experience with OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers. English is required; German would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering required.
• 8–12 years of automotive exterior/underbody/aero or body systems development experience.
• Strong understanding of vehicle underbody systems and integration.
• Experience with OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers in body/exterior/aero/underbody development.
• Knowledge of automotive release processes and product development methodologies.
• Experience in cross-functional vehicle development programs.
• Good communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape future BMW vehicle efficiency, underbody aerodynamics, thermal management, and protection systems by developing underrun protection and aero cover systems for passenger cars.
• Contribute to concept development, CAD engineering, packaging, integration, validation, and industrialization of underbody protection and aerodynamic components.
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and release documentation for underrun shields, underbody panels, aero covers, and mounting systems.
• Support vehicle package studies, aerodynamic optimization, prototype development, testing, and production implementation.
• Collaborate with Aerodynamics, Vehicle Integration, Body, Powertrain, Thermal Management, NVH, Manufacturing, Testing, Purchasing, and Supplier Engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with aerodynamic efficiency, durability, crash, NVH, thermal, weight, cost, sustainability, and manufacturing requirements throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Support engineering change management and issue resolution from concept through series production.

Skills

PLM

Teamcenter

CATIA

CAD

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Job description

Lead Engineer- Underrun Protection and A...

• Pune

Posted On 30 Sep 2026

End Date 30 Nov 2026

Required Experience 8 - 12 years

Skills

Skill

PLM-Teamcenter Application Catia CAD Design

B.Tech/B.E

Job Description

Role

Lead Engineer- Underrun Protection and Aero Covers (Passenger Car)

• You will shape the future BMW vehicle efficiency, underbody aerodynamics, thermal management, and vehicle protection systems by developing Underrun Protection and Aero Cover systems for passenger cars.
• You will contribute to concept development, CAD engineering, packaging, integration, validation, and industrialization of underbody protection and aerodynamic components.
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and release documentation for underrun shields, underbody panels, aero covers, and associated mounting systems.
• Support vehicle package studies, aerodynamic optimization activities, prototype development, testing, and production implementation.
• Collaborate closely with Aerodynamics, Vehicle Integration, Body, Powertrain, Thermal Management, NVH, Manufacturing, Testing, Purchasing, and Supplier Engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with aerodynamic efficiency, durability, crash, NVH, thermal, weight, cost, sustainability, and manufacturing requirements throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Support engineering change management and issue resolution activities from concept through series production.

What should you bring along

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in automotive exterior, underbody, aerodynamic, or body systems development.
• Strong understanding of vehicle underbody systems and aerodynamic component integration.
• Experience working with OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers in body, exterior, aero, or underbody component development.
• Knowledge of automotive engineering release processes and product development methodologies.
• Experience in cross-functional vehicle development programs.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in English; German language skills would be an advantage.

Must have technical skill

• Design and development of:
• Front Underride Shields
• Underbody Protection Covers
• Battery Protection Shields
• Stone Impact Protection Systems
• Splash Protection Panels
• Strong understanding of vehicle ground clearance and protection requirements.
• Knowledge of load paths and attachment strategies for underbody components.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamic performance requirements.
• Experience supporting drag coefficient reduction initiatives.
• Knowledge of airflow management around:

Front Axle, Rear Axle, Battery Systems, Cooling Modules, Exhaust Systems, Rear Diffuser Areas

• Understanding of aerodynamic efficiency targets and vehicle range optimization for EVs.
• Knowledge of vehicle NVH requirements and underbody noise optimization techniques.
• Support component-level and vehicle-level validation activities.
• Conduct root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.
• Develop detailed CAD models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and release documentation.
• Perform tolerance stack-up studies and interface management.
• Create component specifications and engineering standards.
• Conduct design reviews and technical feasibility assessments.
• Manage engineering releases and design changes throughout the product lifecycle.
• Experience in Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Experience in Design for Assembly (DFA).
• Understanding of supplier tooling development and industrialization processes.
• Knowledge of cost optimization and value engineering methodologies.

Good to have Technical skills

• CATIA V5/V6 Part Design, Assembly Design, GSD, and Drafting.
• Teamcenter, ENOVIA, or equivalent PLM systems.
• GD&T and Tolerance Stack-up Analysis.
• CFD and Aerodynamic Development exposure.
• Wind Tunnel Testing knowledge.
• Vehicle Aerodynamics and Airflow Management.
• DFMEA, DVP methodologies.
• Lightweight Design and Material Optimization.
• Sustainability and Recyclability Assessment.
• Root Cause Analysis, 8D, Six Sigma, and Problem-Solving tools.
• Knowledge of underbody regulatory requirements.
• Supplier Management and Technical Coordination.
• Cost Reduction and Value Engineering initiatives.