Restraint Coordinator

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India; Chakan; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India in Pune is seeking a senior Restraint Coordinator with 13–18 years of experience in airbag and seatbelt design and homologation. The role requires a BE in Mechanical or Automobile and strong cross-functional leadership within the VW Group supply chain.

You will coordinate suppliers, manage milestones, and drive NCAP readiness through testing and analysis while guiding safety, quality, and product development teams to ensure regulatory compliance and robust safety

Qualifications

• BE (Mechanical / Automobile).
• 13–18 years of experience in restraint systems.
• Location: Pune.

Responsibilities

• Supplier coordination for Airbag & Seatbelt design, development and project management.
• Ensure PEP milestone completion within timeline and budget.
• Participate and facilitate meetings with teams, suppliers, consultants and VW Group.
• Identify and coordinate restraint parts new technologies and development opportunities.
• Support budget, testing cost, planning and technical project management.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, regulations, homologation and KPIs.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Safety, Quality, Homologation, Plant and Product Development.
• Support regulatory and NCAP readiness through testing and simulation correlation.
• Deliver technical reports, safety strategy inputs and risk assessments.
• Support for Series Projects.
• VA-VE /Cost reduction ideas.
• Release activities as per project milestones.
• Support Vehicle level Homologation and CRASH Testing activities.

Skills

Airbag & Seatbelt Design

NCAP & Homologation

Product Testing Exposure

Technical Leadership

Communication & AI/ML

Education

BE (Mechanical / Automobile)

Job description

Embark on a fulfilling journey at koda Auto Volkswagen India (SAVWIPL), where were powering ahead into the future of mobility with unwavering determination. Headquartered in Pune, SAVWIPL manages the India region of the Volkswagen Groups five prestigious brands koda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini. As a leading European car maker in India, we offer a promising career growth, constant innovation, and a balanced work-life environment. Our consistent pursuit of workplace excellence has garnered us numerous accolades including Great Place to Work’, ‘Top Employer’, and HR Asia’s ‘Best Companies to Work for in Asia’ in 2023. At the forefront of automotive innovation, we operate two cutting-edge manufacturing facilities in India - at Chakan, Pune, and Shendra, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly known as Aurangabad). With a rich legacy spanning over two decades, SAVWIPL boasts a wide spectrum of cars in its portfolio, ranging from conventional ICE range to electrifying BEV models.Open the door to boundless opportunities and learn more about SAVWIPL by visiting www.skoda-vw.co.in. Regardless of your background, age, or identity, we welcome all talents to join us on this exciting journey towards shaping the future of mobility.

Position Name: Restraint Coordinator

Qualification: BE (Mechanical / Automobile)

Experience: 13-18 years

Location: Pune

Skills Required :

• Knowledge of Airbags & Seatbelt Design and Development
• Knowledge of NCAP Regulations & Homologation
• Product Functionality Testing Exposure
• Technical Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration
• Communication, Presentation Skills, AI/ML (Excel, PowerPoint, Python)

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Supplier coordination for Airbag & Seatbelt design, development and project management
• Ensure PEP milestone completion within timeline and budget
• Participate and facilitate meetings with teams, suppliers, consultants and VW Group
• Identify and coordinate Restraint parts new technologies and development opportunities
• Support budget, testing cost, planning and technical project management
• Ensure compliance with specifications, regulations, homologation and KPIs
• Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Safety, Quality, Homologation, Plant and Product Development
• Support regulatory and NCAP readiness through testing and simulation correlation
• Deliver technical reports, safety strategy inputs and risk assessments
• Support for Series Projects
• VA-VE /Cost reduction ideas
• Release activities as per project milestones
• Support Vehicle level Homologation and CRASH Testing activities.

Equal Opportunity and Mutual Respect

Company assures equal opportunity and equal treatment, irrespective of ethnicity, skin color, gender, disability, ideology, faith, nationality, sexual orientation, social background or political conviction, provided it is based on democratic principles and tolerance towards those of contrary convictions. By principle, our employees are chosen, hired, and supported based on their qualifications and skills. Each of our employees is prohibited from discrimination of any kind (e.g. by disadvantaging, demoralizing, harassing or bullying) and shall nurture a respectful interaction with one another