At Visteon the work we do is both relevant and recognized not just by our organization but by our peers by industry-leading brands and by millions of drivers around the world That s YOUR work And as a truly global technology leader in the mobility space focused on building cross-functional AND cross-cultural teams we connect you with people who help you grow So here whatever we do is not a job It s a mission As a multi-billion-dollar leader of disruptive change in the industry we are shaping the future while enabling a cleaner environment No other industry offers more fast-paced change and opportunity We are in the midst of a mobility revolution that will completely change the way we interact with our vehicles reduce the number of car accidents and fatalities and make the world a cleaner place Visteon is at the epicenter of this mobility revolution Two major trends in the automotive industry - the shift to electric vehicles and vehicles with autonomous safety technologies - have created unique opportunities for Visteon We are the only automotive provider focused exclusively on cockpit electronics - the fastest-growing segment in the industry And our team is ready for YOU To show the world what you can do Detailed Description Tooling Engineer - MechanicsMission of the Role Serve as an industry expert and provide guidance in his area of expertise The Technical Fellow will be the primary consultant to Executive Leadership providing vision and solutions on Mechanics to achieve company goals Key Objectives of this Role Quote phasePreliminary Plastic flow studies Material recommendations Preliminary engagement with suppliers and manufacturing Involved in supplier selection process Tools quotes review Involvement in customer TDRs in relation to the part feasibility and tooling strategy Development phaseDFM reviews detail design feasibility for tooling draft angles wall thickness ratio parting line definition etc Plastic Flow studies Material confirmation Drawing reviews incl tolerance evaluation Supplier interaction Tools cost analysis Tool design review approval tools buy off Part evaluation support dimensional appearance etc Tool trials attendance Involvement in customer TDRs in relation to the part feasibility and tooling strategy Root cause cause analysis Using UG or Catia to analyze existing tooling designs and improve on them Developing blueprints for new tooling designs as per client or project specifications Sharing designs with colleagues and implementing any relevant feedback in the new designs Developing prototypes and testing new designs Carrying out quality assurance tests on new designs Share Lessons Learned with mechanical engineering community Support VAVE initiatives by providing some ideas and assessing technical feasibility Drive innovations in Mechanical domain and lead development on new technologies Provide to Executive Leadership technical solutions and vision Key Performance Indicators Design issues after tool kick-off and product validation Respect of Technical Design Review process and timing BOM cost Lessons learned sharing Key Year One Deliverables No non-conformity in Process for Technical Design Reviews on projects he she is supporting One training session provided to mechanical engineering community Qualification Experience and Skills Experience level 7 to 10 years Bachelor s degree in engineering or a relevant discipline NTTF CIPET A master s degree is preferable Mechanical design Experience in Automotive products development preferably in Displays Infotainment Cockpit Electronic products Electrification vehicles products Proficiency and mastery in mechanical domain The ability to work independently and to collaborate with others Practical experience using UG or Catia software Excellent analytical problem-solving and technical skills A good eye for detail Leadership skills The ability to complete projects on time and to specification Good communication skills Oral writing Traveling to manufacturing plants and factories to gather information and liaise with manufacturing and design teams Coordination with Cross functional team like Manufacturing design etc Ability to direct and solve complex problems Proven supervisory and technical leadership especially in identification and resolution of technical problems Ability to share knowledge and to mentor and coach mechanical engineer Key Leadership Behaviors Collaboration Critical Thinking Resilience Result Orientation Visteon values and beliefs Reporting Structure This role reports to Tooling ManagerVisteon Culture If you thrive in a fast-paced organizational culture that requires agility adaptability and a growth mindset from its employees to thrive and stay ahead of the curve Visteon is the place We value high performance and a drive for results Innovation risk-taking and continuous learning help us keep up with the ever-changing landscape of our industry and be Market leaders At Visteon you can be more More Good Reasons to Work for Visteon Focusing on the Future Our company strategy focuses on leading the evolution of automotive digital cockpits and safety solutions This strategy is driven by constant innovation and you will support our efforts through your role We are recognized across the industry for innovation We have a robust book of business that is expected to drive future growth along with a customer base that includes almost every automotive manufacturer in the world Company Culture Working at Visteon is a journey in which our employees can develop their strengths and advance their careers while making a difference globally Join us and help change the world and how we interact with our vehicles Visteon is where the best technical talent creates the future Learn more about our culture here Job Snapshot Updated Date 10-Oct-2025 Job ID J10116 Job Discipline Mechanical Location VTSC Chennai Chennai Tamil Nadu India Employee Type Full Time Employees

📌 Principal Tooling Engineer (Tamil Nadu)
🏢 Visteon
📍 Tamil Nadu