Sustaining Engineering - Product Development

Aptiv; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus opportunities

Health benefits

Learning & development

Innovation recognitions

Global collaboration

Job summary

Aptiv's Chennai Engineering Center is seeking an experienced Product Engineer to drive end‑to‑end engineering and validation of LV and HV connectors, ECs, seals and terminals. You will develop CAD models in Siemens NX, apply GD&T and perform tolerance analyses to ensure integration with electrical and mechanical interfaces.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, quality and suppliers to deliver PVTPs, test reports and PPAP support, contributing to project milestones and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Hands‑on CAD development using Siemens NX and 3D part creation.
• Apply GD&T and tolerance stack‑up analysis.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and quality teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead product engineering and validation of LV/HV connectors, ECs, seals and terminals.
• Deliver test reports to OEMs per specifications.
• Coordinate with customers, suppliers and cross‑functional teams to meet milestones.

Skills

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

DFM/DFMEA

VGM Software

OEM Specs

BOM Accountability

Tools

Siemens NX

GD&T

CT Scan

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 centres, as well as manufacturing sites and customer support centres, 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, Processing Product Validation and Test Matrix according to the OEM Specifications for Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) Connectors, Electrical centres, Seals, HSCA and Terminals. Perform hands‑on MCAD 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. Apply GD&T, tolerance stack‑up analysis, and packaging constraints to ensure dimensional accuracy and seamless integration of electrical and mechanical interfaces Support Production Validation (PV) and IR Evaluation using CT Scan by 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

• * 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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