Senior Technical Lead - Surface Engineering and Corrosion Protection for Standard Parts

Daimler Truck Innovation Center India (DTICI); Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler Truck Innovation Center India (DTICI) seeks an experienced engineer to lead surface protection and corrosion prevention initiatives for automotive parts. You will work with design and engineering teams to embed robust coating solutions and ensure adherence to global standards.

Responsibilities include developing strategies, evaluating coating systems, and guiding supplier interactions while staying updated on industry trends and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Automobile Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years in automotive/mechanical engineering focusing on surface engineering/corrosion protection.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement surface protection and corrosion prevention strategies for automotive standard parts.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to integrate corrosion prevention into product design.
• Define and maintain technical standards aligned with global requirements.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Chemical / Mechanical / Automobile Engineering

Job description

• Develop and implement surface protection and corrosion prevention strategies for automotive standard Parts
• Conduct research, testing, and validation to identify effective materials and coating systems.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to integrate corrosion prevention into product design.
• Evaluate and select appropriate surface protection technologies (paints, coatings, galvanization, sealing, etc.).
• Monitor and analyze performance of coatings under different environmental conditions.
• Define and maintain technical standards (DBL standards, supplier delivery specifications) aligned with global requirements.
• Drive Daimler Truck corrosion protection strategy and standards roadmap.
• Manage projects related to corrosion prevention in new product development (planning, execution, tracking).
• Provide short‑term solutions for plant/field corrosion issues and define long‑term strategies.
• Build and maintain strong network with suppliers, coaters, chemistry providers, and external agencies.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in surface protection

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Chemical / Mechanical / Automobile Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in automotive or mechanical engineering with focus on surface engineering / corrosion protection.

Technical Expertise

Strong knowledge of coating systems and surface protection technologies (paints, base coats, top coats, adhesives, galvanization, sealing, powder coating, etc.).

• In-depth understanding of corrosion mechanisms and prevention techniques (chemical and environmental factors).
• Experience in defining technical standards and supplier specifications.
• Hands‑on experience in testing, validation, and performance evaluation of coatings.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Project management capability (planning, execution, monitoring).
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage supplier interactions and external partnerships.

Language Skills

• Technical German (preferably B1 level or above; spoken preferred) - Added advantage