Main Technical Chief - Powertrain Center of Excellence (CoE)

Location:-India (Pune/Hybrid)

Experience:-:15+ Years

Employment Type:-Full time

Role Summary

We are seeking an accomplished Main Technical Chief - Powertrain Center of Excellence (CoE) to lead our Powertrain Engineering organization and drive the development of next-generation conventional, hybrid, and electric powertrain systems.

This leadership role combines deep technical expertise, engineering management, delivery ownership, and business development responsibilities. The successful candidate will establish technology roadmaps, lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee global engineering programs, support pre-sales initiatives, and ensure delivery of innovative, compliant, and cost-effective powertrain solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership
- Define and drive the Powertrain CoE vision, strategy, technology roadmap, and engineering governance.
- Lead architecture and integration of:
- IC Engines
- Transmissions & Driveline Systems
- Hybrid & Electric Powertrains
- Electric Drive Units




- Battery Systems
- Power Electronics
- Controls & Calibration
- Thermal Management Systems
- Translate vehicle-level requirements into system and component specifications.
- Ensure achievement of performance, fuel economy, emissions, efficiency, range, NVH, durability, reliability, weight, and cost targets.
- Drive simulation-led development using MBSE, MiL, SiL, HiL, CFD, CAE, and vehicle-level validation methods.
- Lead DVP&R;, DFMEA, root cause analysis, homologation, functional safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance activities.

Engineering Delivery & Program Management
- Own end-to-end project delivery for all Powertrain CoE programs.
- Manage technical risks, resource allocation, quality targets, program schedules, and financial performance.
- Ensure successful execution from concept through production launch.
- Drive supplier development, localization, cost optimization, and value engineer

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