Assistant Manager – Design & Development 

Department: New Product Development

Location: Faridabad Factory

Experience (years):
6–7 Years

Education:
First Class B.Tech / BE in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a reputed institution

Job Summary:

The Assistant Manager – Design & Development will be responsible for end-to-end new product design, including subsystem integration, manufacturing process development, and cost optimization. The role requires expertise in electric vehicle design, including mechanical systems like chassis, suspension, and braking. The candidate must also support validation, homologation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

New Product Development & Engineering

• Lead the design of new products and associated tooling: dies, jigs, fixtures, inspection gauges

• Conduct feasibility studies for new development inquiries

• Introduce new design methodologies, materials, and manufacturing technologies

• Drive value engineering (VA/VE) for product and process cost optimization

Product Improvement & Benchmarking

• Suggest improvements in existing products and production processes

• Benchmark competitor vehicle design and system parameters

Validation & Documentation

• Ensure product validation and homologation as per regulatory norms

• Maintain and manage design documentation as per ISO 9000 / TS / IATF 16949

Technical Analysis

• Conduct FMEA, FEA, DOE, product capability studies, and tolerance stack-up analysis

• Support CAE-based design verifications

Packaging & Integration

• Package and integrate electrical and mechanical subsystems into vehicle platforms

• Estimate costs of sheet metal and plastic parts from technical drawings

Technical Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of EV systems: chassis, steering, braking, suspension

• Hands-on with FMEA, FEA, DOE, and other quality tools

• Familiarity with engineering plastics

• Cost estimation skills for automotive components

• Exposure to ISO / IATF standards

• Proficient in CAE tools for part sizing and verification

Soft Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-driven mindset

• Demonstrates integrity, openness, and ownership in professional conduct