Company Profile

Our client is a leading global provider of technology driven talent and Tech solutions, delivering technology-driven staffing, business services and managed workforce diverse industries. The organization specializes in helping enterprises build agile, scalable, and future-ready solutions through AI-enabled talent acquisition, workforce management, and digital HR solutions. With a strong international presence, it supports organizations in optimizing workforce productivity, improving operational efficiency, and accelerating business growth.

The organization serves diverse sectors including BFSI, Retail, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Information Technology, Global Capability Centres (GCCs), Healthcare, and other key industries, helping clients accelerate growth, improve operational efficiency, and drive business transformation.

Job Profile: Design-Development Engineer (DRE)

Location: Chennai

Work Mode: WFO

Preferred experience: 6-8 years The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Design-Development Engineer (DRE) with strong automotive product development experience in Pedal Systems, Jack & Onboard Tool Kits, and Underbody/Skid Plate components. The candidate will be responsible for engineering design, development, supplier management, validation, vehicle integration, and production support for current and new vehicle programs.

Responsibilities:

• Engineering, Design & Development of Pedal Systems (Brake, Clutch, Accelerator), Jack & Tool

· Kits, and Skid Plates for current & new programs.

- Design and development of pedal box assemblies, including pedal structure, kinematics, mounting

· interfaces, and integration with brake booster, master cylinder, and clutch systems.
- Development of accelerator pedal modules (mechanical/electronic), ensuring functional





· performance, durability, and customer feel targets.
- Design & validation of vehicle jack systems and onboard toolkits (jack, wheel wrench, accessories),

· ensuring compliance with safety, usability, and regulatory requirements.
- Development of underbody protection systems (Skid Plates) considering impact resistance,

· durability, corrosion protection, and vehicle integration.
- Define system requirements, load cases, and performance targets as per vehicle functional

· objectives.
- Prepare Requirement Matrix, RFQ, and Technical Specifications, and lead supplier sourcing and

· evaluation.
- Conduct technical reviews with suppliers, finalize DVP&R;, and ensure on-time development

· deliverables.
- Lead supplier development activities including tooling, fixtures, gauges, process validation, and

· PPAP approval.
- Work closely with suppliers on process capability, error proofing, control plans, and PFMEA.
- Ensure compliance with homologation, safety, and regulatory requirements (India and export

· markets).
- Support vehicle builds (Prototype, Pilot, Production) and resolve build issues in coordination with

· plant teams.
- Ensure design for manufacturability, assembly, serviceability, cost, and weight optimization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including CAE, Testing, Materials, Packaging, Vehicle

· Integration, and Supplier Quality.
- Address component, subsystem,



and vehicle field/warranty issues through structured root cause

· analysis.
- Follow standard product development processes, ensuring timely closure of program milestones

· and quality gates

Must - Have Qualifications:

· 6–8 years of experience in an automotive OEM or equivalent workplace with hands-on experience in Pedal Systems (Brake, Clutch & Accelerator), Jack & Onboard Tool Systems, and Underbody / Skid Plate Components.

· Strong experience in automotive product development processes, supplier evaluation, RFQ, technical specifications, and technical reviews.

· Hands-on experience with DFMEA, DVP&R;, Control Plan, PFMEA, and PPAP.

· Solid experience in root cause analysis for product development, vehicle build, field, and warranty issues.

· Strong knowledge of pedal ergonomics, force characteristics, pedal kinematics, pedal travel, and customer feel requirements.

· Strong knowledge of structural design, fatigue, stiffness, NVH, and functional performance requirements.

· Strong knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements applicable to vehicle jack and onboard tool systems.

· Strong knowledge of automotive materials and manufacturing processes, including sheet metal, casting, forging, and plastics.

· Hands-on experience with CATIA / UG NX / Teamcenter.

· Hands-on experience with GD&T; and tolerance stack-up.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Vehicle assembly process knowledge

- Experience in pedal system integration with braking & powertrain systems
- Knowledge of tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes
- Exposure to global vehicle development programs

Application Method

Apply on LinkedIn or email your resume to: [email protected]

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