Senior Engineer-Design Quality

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited [Automotive and Farm Equipment Business]; Chennai District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited is seeking a Vehicle Engineering professional with 2–6 years of experience to drive development from concept to launch. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, knowledge enhancement in vehicle systems, and cost-conscious design while leveraging tools like APQP, QFD, and DFMEA to ensure robust product delivery.

The candidate will work with global tech centers and suppliers to implement synergistic solutions and stay abreast of manufacturing trends in

Qualifications

• BE / MTech in Mechanical/Production/Automotive
• 2–6 years of experience in vehicle engineering or adjacent fields
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and product development lifecycle

Responsibilities

• Achieve excellence in Vehicle Engg technology and meet business needs.
• Develop and launch vehicle engg concepts from concept to launch.
• Prepare time plans and execute them to meet cost and time targets.
• Collaborate with CFTs, suppliers, and agencies to enhance product knowledge and competitiveness.
• Apply quality tools (DFMEA, PFMEA, DOE) during development.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Project planning

Costing input

Education

BE / MTech - Mechanical / Production / Automotive

Tools

MPDS

MQS

APQP

QFD

DFMEA

PFMEA

DOE

Microsoft Projects

Job description

Job Description:

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Has an ability to achieve excellence in Vehicle Engg technology and leverage technical understanding to meet business needs.
Perspective of synergistic solutions for program implementation
Network and synergize with other processes to meet CFT deliverables.
Build networks with competitive Vehicle Engg technology centres and agencies to enhance the product and knowledge base.
Build knowledge in Vehicle Engg systems and associated areas and ensure protection of this competitive knowledge through a strong IPR system.
Knowledge of latest trends in Vehicle Engg systems
Knowledge of own and competitors Vehicle Engg systems, benchmarking for future designs
Knowledge of latest manufacturing trends of Vehicle Engg systems
Keeps pace with emerging Vehicle Engg systems trends
Has competitor knowledge to design deliver cost effective solutions.
Enables CFT functioning as a good team member and conflict resolution.
Ability to give Inputs on Project and Product cost
Ability to design / develop Vehicle Engg systems and handle the development activity from concept to launch.
Prepare time plan and execute it.
Knowledge of tools - MPDS, MQS, APQP, QFD, DFMEA, PFMEA, DOE, problem solving tools and techniques and project management tools eg. Microsoft Projects.
Understands and uses quality tools like DFMEA, DR etc., during Project development.
Debottlenecks issues in proactive manner.
Ensures review of lessons learnt to avoid having any carry over problem
Able to develop SDS with vehicle engg in order to have a smooth integration at vehicle level
Awareness of world-wide tech facilities, dev agencies and contacts with suppliers/consultants etc.
Awareness of Vehicle Engg systems technical symposiums, conference etc.
Awareness of latest manufacturing processes and technologies
Ensure smooth functioning of CFT to adhere to cost and time targets
Awareness of sources of technical information
Awareness of I/P processes, trademarks, patents legislations
Participates to register in professional societies and conferences and present technical papers in forums and journals.

Experience

2 to 6 yrs.

Qualifications

BE / MTech - Mechanical / Production / Automotive

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants.
Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.