Job Summary:

The Chief Technical Officer (CTO) will lead the overall technology strategy, product development, engineering innovation, and technical operations of the 2-Wheeler Electric Vehicle manufacturing business. The role involves driving end-to-end EV product development, battery technology integration, vehicle performance optimization, manufacturing technology advancement, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. The CTO will play a critical leadership role in strengthening R&D; capabilities and delivering innovative, reliable, and cost-effective electric mobility solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technology Strategy & Innovation

- Develop and implement the company’s long-term technology roadmap aligned with business goals.
- Lead research and development initiatives for electric 2-wheeler platforms.
- Evaluate and adopt emerging EV technologies, including battery systems, motor controllers, BMS, power electronics, and vehicle connectivity.
- Drive innovation to enhance product performance, safety, reliability, and cost efficiency.

2. Product Development & Engineering

- Lead end-to-end vehicle design and engineering, including:
- Electric drivetrain systems
- Battery pack development & thermal management
- Vehicle control systems & software integration
- Chassis and vehicle architecture development
- Oversee prototype development, testing, validation, and homologation.
- Ensure timely product launches and lifecycle management.

3. Manufacturing Technology & Quality

- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure scalable and productive production processes.
- Implement advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, and digitalisation.
- Establish quality assurance systems and technical standards.




- Optimise product cost through design and process improvements.

4. Regulatory & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with automotive, safety, and EV regulatory standards.
- Manage homologation, certification, and testing requirements.
- Stay updated with government EV policies, sustainability norms, and industry best practices.

5. Vendor & Technology Partnerships

- Identify and develop strategic partnerships with battery suppliers, component manufacturers, and technology providers.
- Evaluate vendor technical capabilities and ensure supplier quality standards.

6. Team Leadership & Talent Development

- Build and lead high-performing engineering and R&D; teams.
- Foster innovation culture and cross-functional collaboration.
- Mentor technical leaders and develop succession planning strategies

7. Budgeting & Project Management

- Manage R&D; and engineering budgets.
- Monitor project timelines, costs, and technical performance.
- Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Technical Competencies

- Electric powertrain design
- Battery management systems (BMS)
- Motor and controller technologies
- Embedded systems & vehicle software integration
- Vehicle homologation & testing
- Manufacturing process engineering
- Cost optimisation and value engineering

Leadership Competencies

- Strategic thinking and innovation mindset
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Excellent stakeholder management
- Project and program management expertise
- Ability to lead cross-functional global teams

Preferred Industry Exposure

- Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
- Automotive OEM
- Battery Technology Mobility Technology Start-ups

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Chief Technical Officer (India)
🏢 Svitch Energy
📍 India