Manager - VA (Interior Master section)

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd. in Bengaluru seeks a senior Interior Packaging Engineer to lead the development of vehicle interior package architecture from concept through production.

You will shape master sections, ensure platform alignment, and coordinate cross-functional interfaces across BIW, design, safety, electrical, HVAC and trim teams. The role demands 12–14 years of experience in Automotive Interior Engineering or Vehicle Packaging, with proven expertise in interior master sections and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 12-14 years of experience in Automotive Interior Engineering or Vehicle Packaging.
• Proven expertise in Interior Master Sections and Package Architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of vehicle interior package architecture from concept to production.
• Define and optimize interior packaging considering occupant accommodation, ergonomics, visibility, comfort, safety, manufacturability, and serviceability.
• Develop package layouts for instrument panel, console, seats, door trims, headliner, pillars, steering system, HVAC, airbags, and other interior systems.
• Ensure compliance with vehicle package requirements, regulations, and platform constraints.
• Drive cross-functional resolution of packaging conflicts and integration issues.

Skills

Interior packaging

Package architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Job description

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• Lead development of vehicle interior package architecture from concept to production.


• Define and optimize interior packaging considering occupant accommodation, ergonomics, visibility, comfort, safety, manufacturability, and serviceability.


• Develop package layouts for instrument panel, console, seats, door trims, headliner, pillars, steering system, HVAC, airbags, and other interior systems.


• Ensure compliance with vehicle package requirements, regulations, and platform constraints.


• Drive cross-functional resolution of packaging conflicts and integration issues.

Master Sections Development

• Develop, maintain, and govern vehicle interior master sections.


• Establish standard section strategies and dimensional guidelines across vehicle platforms.


• Define interface requirements between Body-in-White (BIW) and interior components.


• Maintain master section databases and ensure adherence across engineering teams.


• Support platform commonization and modular architecture initiatives.

Interior Integration

• Coordinate integration of all interior subsystems to achieve optimal fit, finish, and functionality.


• Manage interface definitions among Design, Body, Safety, Electrical, HVAC, Seating, and Trim engineering teams.


• Ensure packaging feasibility throughout product development.


• Resolve design conflicts through engineering trade-off studies.

Vehicle Package Engineering

• Develop occupant package studies using anthropometric data.


• Ensure compliance with vision, reach, ingress/egress, comfort, and ergonomic requirements.


• Support benchmarking activities and translate customer insights into package improvements.


• Participate in digital mock-up (DMU) reviews and package validation activities.


• Develop and standardize interior packaging processes, design standards, and best practices.


• Contribute to platform architecture strategies for future vehicle programs.


• Promote design reuse, modularity, and engineering efficiency.

Experience

Industry Preferred

Preferred Industry Experience

• Passenger Vehicles


• Electric Vehicles (EV)


• Hybrid Vehicles


• Commercial Vehicles


• Automotive OEMs or Tier-1 Suppliers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.


• 12-14 years of experience in Automotive Interior Engineering or Vehicle Packaging.


• Proven expertise in Interior Master Sections and Package Architecture.

General Requirements

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