Team Lead - Thermal Architecture (CATIA)
Coimbatore, India | Posted on 11/04/2026
A world leader in automotive benchmark and cost reduction productions and programs.
Job Description
Caresoft Global is looking for a Team Lead - Thermal Architecture at our Coimbatore Technology Center (CoCTC) to lead a team of 6-8 engineers on vehicle thermal-system benchmarking and CAD (CATIA) work.
- Develop expertise in automotive thermal management systems, components, architectures, and coolant flow circuits.
- Analyze and benchmark competitor vehicles and thermal management systems to identify best practices and improvement opportunities.
- Support thermal system design activities, including component identification, packaging, routing, schematics, and documentation.
- Prepare and maintain engineering deliverables such as BOMs, component specifications, benchmarking reports, and technical checklists.
- Assist in thermal issue analysis, root-cause investigations, and optimization of cost, weight, packaging, and thermal performance.
- Contribute to EV thermal management development, including battery, e-motor, inverter, and heat pump systems.
- Ensure high-quality project execution through process compliance, cross-functional collaboration, and timely delivery of technical outputs.
- Work closely with the leadership team and suppliers
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Create 3D CAD models / 2D detailing as needed for projects
- Perform thorough quality checks on 3D models and 2D drawings
- Deliver results as measured by key metrics
Requirements
Education Required:
Diploma OR Graduate in Engineering, preferably Mechanical/Automobile or equivalent from a reputed college
Years of Experience Required:
12 to 16 years for Diploma candidates; 7 to 10 years for BE/BTech candidates
Software Knowledge Required:
Catia - 3D & 2D (Parametric and Non-Parametric Modeling skills)
Good to have multi-tool knowledge (CAD/reverse engineering software)
PLM/PDM software such as Teamcenter / ENOVIA / EPDM / Windchill
Technical Skill Set Required:
- Basic knowledge of recent benchmarking techniques used in the industry
- Design knowledge of components in the area of experience
- Basic understanding of automotive thermal systems and components and their functions.
- Basic understanding of vehicle thermal management, component interfaces, routing, packaging, and system integration.
- Basic knowledge of EV and Battery Thermal Management Systems will be an added advantage.
- Strong willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and automotive thermal engineering concepts.
- Should possess BOM management and process adherence skills
- Should be able to make technical observations on recent trends and technologies in the industry
- Must have hands-on experience in automotive parts design or design quality checks
- Must be proficient in surfacing, solid modeling, drafting workbenches, and advanced modeling techniques
- Must have expertise in advanced surface modeling techniques in CAD tools
- Experience in handling large assembly models will be an added advantage
- Able to validate 3D models / 2D drawings using advanced techniques / software
- Good to have experience in handling point cloud data inputs
- Knowledge of automotive systems, with design, manufacturing and vehicle assembly experience
- Must have expertise in plastics / castings / sheet metal / extrusions
- Must be able to perform hands-on design / technical calculations
- Should have knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
Professional Skill Set Required:
- Ability to lead a team of 6 to 8 members
- Able to make project plans and set milestones
- Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment
- Sound knowledge of engineering fundamentals and quality tools
- Willing to take on additional responsibilities from their supervisor
- Must be able to prepare proper documentation and have excellent presentation skills
- Participate in continuous improvement activities
- Vast experience in cross-functional management
- Knowledge of additional languages is good to have