Opportunity For Lead Brakes Engineer

Hinduja Tech; Pune District, Chennai District; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 16,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering firm in Pune District is seeking a highly skilled Brake System Lead Engineer. This role involves technical leadership in developing brake systems for passenger and commercial vehicles, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with global safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in brake system design and project management, collaborating with various teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in automotive brake system design and validation.
• Demonstrated experience with both passenger and commercial vehicle brake systems.
• Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics related to brake systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and integration of brake systems for new vehicle programs.
• Plan and manage brake system projects ensuring timely delivery and quality.
• Define technical specifications and design concepts for various brake components.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Project Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Supplier Management

Validation & Testing

Issue Resolution

Knowledge of compliance standards

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities We are looking for a highly skilled, motivated Brake System Lead Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This is a critical leadership position where you will be responsible for the full lifecycle development of advanced brake systems, from concept to production, for both passenger and commercial vehicles

Job Description

• Technical Leadership: Lead the design, development, and integration of brake systems for new vehicle programs, with a focus on both passenger vehicles (PV) and commercial vehicles (CV).
• Project Management: Plan, manage, and execute brake system projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality. • Requirements & Design: Define technical specifications, performance requirements, and design concepts for brake components such as calipers, rotors, master cylinders, boosters, ABS, ESC/ESP, and regenerative braking systems.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with vehicle dynamics, chassis, steering, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal vehicle performance. Supplier Management: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for external suppliers. Manage supplier relationships, negotiate technical specifications, and oversee the development and validation of their components.
• Validation & Testing: Develop and execute comprehensive DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report) plans. Oversee component and system-level testing, including performance, durability, and NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) validation.
• Issue Resolution: Lead root cause analysis, implement effective corrective actions for any brake systemrelated issues throughout the development cycle.
• Standards & Compliance: Ensure all brake system designs and components comply with relevant global safety regulations, such as ECE R13/R90 and FMVSS.
• Professional experience in automotive brake system design, development, and validation. • Demonstrated experience with both passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle brake systems is essential.
• In-depth knowledge of brake system architecture and components (hydraulic and pneumatic). • Proven experience in leading engineering projects and managing external suppliers. • Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics and how brake systems influence vehicle handling and safety.