Manager - Engineering for Vehicle Accessories Testing and Validation

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited in Mumbai seeks a Manager – Testing Engineer, Accessories to plan, execute, and monitor validation activities for Vehicle Accessory Pack programs, ensuring performance, durability, safety, fitment, quality and regulatory compliance before market launch.

You will lead test planning, durability and environmental tests, prepare DVPs, manage test reports, and support ARAI homologation activities with cross-functional teams to drive robust product readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5–7 years of automotive testing, validation, quality engineering, product development, or homologation roles.
• Exposure to ARAI homologation, vehicle testing, durability validation, and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Validation Strategy: Plan and execute testing protocols for Vehicle Accessory Pack products across development and launch phases.
• Durability, Fitment & Performance Testing: Conduct durability, environmental, and performance tests for VAP components.
• Design Verification & DVP Execution: Prepare and execute DVPs for VAP programs and monitor results.
• Test Reporting & Corrective Actions: Manage test reports and action plans with cross-functional teams.
• Homologation & Compliance Support: Assist ARAI homologation activities and regulatory documentation.

Skills

Automotive testing

DVP execution

Test planning

Homologation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Eng

Job description

Manager – Testing Engineer, Accessories Responsibilities & Key Deliverables Role Overview As part of the Mahindra Auto Division, the Manager – Testing Engineer (VAP) will be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring validation activities for Vehicle Accessory Pack (VAP) programs. This role will ensure that accessories and VAP components meet performance, durability, safety, fitment, quality, and regulatory requirements before market launch.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Validation Strategy Plan and execute comprehensive testing protocols for Vehicle Accessory Pack products across development and launch phases. Develop validation plans, test schedules, and resource requirements aligned with program milestones and quality objectives.
• Durability, Fitment & Performance Testing Conduct durability, fitment, environmental, and performance testing for VAP components and systems. Evaluate products under real-world usage conditions to ensure reliability, functionality, and customer satisfaction.
• Design Verification & DVP Execution Prepare and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP) for VAP programs. Monitor test execution, analyze results, identify gaps, and recommend improvements to ensure robust product performance.
• Test Reporting & Corrective Actions Manage test reports, validation documentation, and technical summaries. Track testing issues and corrective action plans, working closely with development teams to resolve concerns and achieve closure.
• Homologation & Compliance Support Support ARAI homologation activities for VAP components and accessory systems. Coordinate testing and documentation requirements necessary for regulatory approvals and compliance certifications.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in automotive testing and validation .
• Experience in Design Verification Plan (DVP) preparation and execution .
• Strong understanding of test planning and validation processes .
• Experience in Vehicle Accessory Pack (VAP) validation and fitment testing .
• Knowledge of regulatory testing and homologation requirements.

Education Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.

Experience & Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in automotive testing, validation, quality engineering, product development, or homologation roles.
• Experience working with automotive OEMs, testing agencies, vehicle programs, or accessories businesses preferred.
• Exposure to ARAI homologation, vehicle testing, durability validation, and compliance processes will be an advantage.
• Experience Level Mid Level