Head Product Development (Gujarat)

Head Product Development (Gujarat)

02 Aug
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Svitch Bike
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Gujarat

02 Aug

Svitch Bike

Gujarat

Job Title: EV Two-Wheeler Product Development Manager
Location: Changodar, Ahmedabad
Department: Product Development / Engineering
Reports To: Head of Engineering / CTO
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced and driven EV Two-Wheeler Product Development Manager to
lead the end-to-end vehicle design and engineering development of electric two-wheelers. This role
will own product realisation from concept to production, ensuring alignment with performance,
quality, regulatory, and cost targets.
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in vehicle engineering, EV systems integration, supplier
coordination, and cross-functional program leadership.
Key Responsibilities
1. Vehicle Design & Engineering Leadership


Lead complete vehicle design and engineering development of EV two-wheelers.
Own vehicle architecture, packaging, and system integration (battery, motor, controller,
chassis, suspension, brakes, electronics).


Ensure design meets performance, durability, safety, and regulatory standards.
Drive DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.
2. Product Development & Program Management

Manage the full product lifecycle: concept prototype validation SOP (Start of
Production).


Develop and maintain engineering timelines and milestone tracking.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including Industrial Design, R&D;, Procurement,
Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Lead design reviews and gate approvals.
3. Validation & Testing



Define and execute validation plans (DV, PV, endurance, homologation, reliability testing).
Ensure vehicle meets regulatory requirements (AIS/CMVR or relevant regional standards).




Drive root cause analysis and engineering problem-solving during testing phases.
4. Cost & Value Engineering



Own vehicle cost targets (BOM cost, tooling cost, and development cost).
Collaborate with sourcing teams for supplier selection and cost optimization.
Implement value engineering initiatives without compromising performance or safety.
5. Supplier & Partner Management



Work closely with key component suppliers (battery, motor, electronics, chassis parts).
Support technical discussions, design approvals, and supplier validation.
Ensure timely development of parts as per program schedule.
6. Continuous Improvement & Innovation



Drive technology benchmarking and competitive analysis.
Introduce new materials, technologies, and performance enhancements.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and technical excellence.
Qualifications & Experience





Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical / Automotive / Electrical Engineering.
812+ years of experience in vehicle engineering or EV product development.
Strong experience in two-wheeler or automotive vehicle development preferred.
Proven track record of launching products from concept to production.
Deep understanding of EV systems: battery packs, BMS, motor controllers, thermal
management.




Knowledge of automotive validation standards and homologation requirements.
Experience with CAD tools (CATIA / SolidWorks / Creo) and PLM systems.
Robust program management and cross-functional leadership skills.
Key Competencies






Technical Leadership
Systems Thinking
Cost Ownership & Commercial Awareness
Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking
Stakeholder Management
Execution & Delivery Focus

📌 Head Product Development (Gujarat)
🏢 Svitch Bike
📍 Gujarat

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