R&D Team Manager

C&C I Motive Sdn Bhd.; Klang City; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive technology company in Klang City seeks an experienced Senior Engineer to ensure effective integration of software and hardware for automotive systems. The role requires overseeing R&D engineering, ensuring adherence to automotive standards, and managing project compliance. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years in R&D leadership, experience with image sensors, and a strong background in automotive compliance. Collaboration and strong problem-solving skills are essential to succeed in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in senior engineering or R&D leadership.
• Experience in OEM/ODM customer engagement.
• Experience with ADAS and autonomous driving systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integration between software, hardware, and mechanical.
• Monitor project progress and compliance with standards.
• Manage R&D engineering teams and conduct evaluations.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership skills

Experience with image sensors

Knowledge of automotive standards

Tools

FPGA

SoC

AI algorithms

Job description

C&C I Motive Sdn Bhd. – Bukit Raja, Selangor

Job Description

• Ensure effective integration between software, hardware and mechanical.
• Monitor project progress and ensure compliance with quality and technical standards.
• Review design, testing and validation results to meet performance requirements.
• Ensure all R&D team development activities comply with ISO9001, IATF 16949, and automotive industry standards, integrating APQP requirements into hardware processes.
• Review mechanical testing for durability, IP rating, thermal, and vibration compliance.
• Review hardware test procedures to ensure compliance with design intent and safety requirements.
• Ensure product testing meets all technical, compliance, and customer-specific requirements.
• Revise technical specifications to align with quality, production needs, and APQP guidelines.
• Established and execute hardware/software development roadmap for automotive cameras and dashcam.
• Manage R&D engineering teams and conduct performance evaluations.
• Quality and Regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate technical communication with global partners and OEM customers.
• Ensure adherence to automotive industry standards (ISO 26262, IATF 16949, AEC-Q100, etc.).
• Market & Technology Trend Analysis.
• Monitor trends in ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and autonomous driving imaging technologies.
• Benchmark competitor products and develop differentiation strategies.
• Evaluate adoption of new sensors and AI algorithms.

Experience and Skill Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in a senior engineering or R&D leadership role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee project planning and exemption across R&D teams.
• Experience with image sensors, lens design, ISP and image processing algorithms.
• Knowledge of embedded system, SoC, FPGA and AI-based image recognition.
• Understanding of automotive standard and quality systems.
• Strong global team leadership and communications skill.
• Project management and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in OEM/ODM customer engagement.
• Experience with ADAS and autonomous driving camera systems.
• Track record of patents, publications, or other technical achievements.