Sustaining Engineering - Product Development

Aptiv PLC; Chennai District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Learning & development

Innovation recognitions

Global collaboration

Job summary

Aptiv Connection Systems, Chennai Engineering Center, India, invites applications for a Product Engineer to lead end‑to‑end development of LV/HV connectors, performing CAD work in Siemens NX and applying GD&T and tolerance analyses.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, drive PV/ECN processes, support testing, and ensure manufacturability and reliability across automotive programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive product engineering or connector development.
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack‑ups.
• Hands‑on CAD development using Siemens NX for complex parts and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end product engineering for LV/HV connectors, seals, and terminals.
• Perform PV and ECN tasks; support test reports and PPAP processes.
• Apply GD&T and tolerance analysis to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Coordinate with suppliers and cross‑functional teams to meet milestones.

Skills

CAD design

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

NX Siemens

Cross‑functional collaboration

PV/ECN processes

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

About Aptiv

Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener and more connected solutions, which enable the future of mobility. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Aptiv has 160,000 employees and operates 14 technical centers, as well as manufacturing sites and customer support centers, in 44 countries. Visit aptiv.com

Today, our mission is to shape the world with more safer, greener and more connected solutions that's changing the world. We are dedicated to bringing the next generation of autonomous vehicles, smart cities and connectivity to life.

Aptiv Connection Systems, Chennai Engineering Center in Chennai, India established in 2001 catering complete product development solutions right from concept design till validation testing to global OEMs. Located in Chennai city, the southern part of India which is known as an automotive hub of India.

Core Strengths

• Lead the end‑to‑end Product Engineering solutions for Flow 5 activity, ProcessingProduct Validation and Test Matrixaccording to the OEM Specifications for Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) Connectors, Electrical centers, Seals, HSCA and Terminals.
• Perform hands‑onMCAD design using Siemens NX, including development of complex 3D parts, large assemblies, detailed 2D drawings, specifications, and BOMs for electro‑mechanical systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications, effectively communicating design intent to manufacturing and quality teams.
• ApplyGD&T, tolerance stack‑up analysis, and packaging constraintsto ensure dimensional accuracy and seamless integration of electrical and mechanical interfaces
• SupportProduction Validation (PV) and IR Evaluation using CT Scanby analyzing test results and implementing corrective and preventive design actions.
• Demonstrate hands‑on expertise in Engineering Change Requests (ECR), Engineering Change Notices (ECN), field failure investigations, and root cause analysis to drive timely and effective product improvements.
• Lead sustaining engineering initiatives by driving continuous improvement, cost optimization, design enhancements, and issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle to ensure quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction

Skills Required

• Engineering Drawings * Cross-Functional Collaboration,
• Product Validation and Test Plan, *DFM, DFA and DFMEA Knowledge,
• Product Functional Knowledge, * VGM Software
• Plastic and Sheet Metal Design, * Knowledge in OEM specs.,
• Data Handling in Multiple portals * Bill of Design (BOD)

Accountability & Ownership on projects

• Responsible for the Product Engineering and Validation of automotive LV and HV connectors, EC, Seals, HSCA and Terminals, delivering Test Reports to the Customers according to the OEM Specifications
• The role includes hands‑on CAD development using Siemens NX, application of GD&T, Tolerance stack-up analysis, IR Evaluation using CT Scan, PVTP Preparation, Sample ordering, TR Creation, Test Report release and PPAP support
• The engineer ensures compliance with automotive safety, Tooling feasibility and manufacturability requirements while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams and suppliers to support
  validation, production launch and field issue resolution.
• Effectively coordinate and communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal cross‑functional teams to drive project activities, resolve technical issues, and ensure timely completion of deliverables in line with project milestones

What we offer

• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
• Competitive health benefits
• Learning and development environment
• Innovation opportunities and recognitions
• Opportunities to collaborate with global talents

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