About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Automotive Application Design Engineer with expertise in product design, fluid systems engineering, and automotive component development .

In this role, you will support engineering programs from quote through launch , leading the design, validation, and development of fluid assemblies and automotive components . You will collaborate closely with customers, platform teams, and manufacturing to deliver robust, production-ready designs.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and develop automotive components and fluid assemblies from concept to production
- Support end-to-end product development lifecycle including design, validation, and launch
- Collaborate with customers, account managers, and platform teams to define product requirements
- Establish design parameters and manufacturing feasibility for automotive components
- Guide designers on fabrication, processing, and assembly considerations
- Execute and implement programs through APQP / AQP methodologies
- Create and approve engineering drawings, material specifications, and performance criteria
- Conduct failure mode analysis (DFMEA) and ensure design robustness
- Develop and execute design validation plans (DVP&R;) and testing reports
- Drive design standardization and simplification to improve cost and efficiency
- Coordinate prototype development, testing, and submission




- Ensure all engineering and program objectives are achieved within timelines

Required Skills

- 5+ years of experience in automotive engineering / product design engineering
- Strong expertise in automotive component design and fluid systems engineering
- Hands-on experience with DFMEA, DVP&R;, and APQP (AQP) processes
- Experience in design validation, failure analysis, and product testing
- Solid understanding of manufacturing feasibility and production processes
- Proficiency in engineering drawings, CAD tools, and design documentation
- Ability to manage end-to-end product development programs
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in design engineering
- Good proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong communication skills with ability to work with global stakeholders and customers

Preferred Skills

- Experience in Automotive Tier-1 suppliers or OEM environment
- Exposure to fluid systems, fuel systems, or thermal management components
- Ability to communicate in English
- Ability to work across cross functional team (CFT)
- Experience in prototype development and testing coordination
- Early experience in program management or cross-functional leadership
- Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA)

📌 Automotive Application Design Engineer (Fluid Systems) (Chennai)
🏢 Infosys
📍 Chennai