Purpose of the Role

Drive the development and deployment of functional fluids for Passenger Vehicle (PV) ICE and EV platforms, ensuring optimal system performance, durability, and regulatory compliance. The role encompasses functional fluid testing, benchmarking, specification definition, and end‑to‑end validation of fluids at both laboratory (fluid level) and monitor system/aggregate level (engine, transmission, e-drive, and battery thermal systems).

Collaborate cross-functionally with design, testing, CAE, and suppliers to integrate fluid performance with component and vehicle requirements, while leading technical evaluations, failure analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position also involves advancing innovation through adoption of next-generation fluids, supporting sustainability goals, and ensuring alignment with global standards and market-specific requirements.

Job Responsibilities :

- Development and selection of Functional Fluids for Powertrain & and Specialized Fluid battery fluid, windshield washer fluid etc.
- Benchmarking, & validation of engine, transmission, axle, coolant, brake and EV fluids.
- Developing next gen futuristic functional fluids based on Nano Technology, advanced additives , sustainable & bio fluids, specialized dielectric fluids for quick-charging EVs.
- Making organization level strategies of Extended Producer’s Responsibility policies related to oils.
- Powertrain development with lubrication and thermal management inputs.
- Failure investigation and root cause analysis related to lubrication issues.
- Build competency in automotive tribology and lubrication systems.
- Knowledge of software’s on like ANSYS Fluent/ Open FOAM,/ MATLAB would be preferred.
- Initiate and Support VAVE and cost optimization activities.
- Define fluid specifications and testing standards.
- Upgrade fluid testing methods and facilities.




- Contribute to DFMEA/DVP preparation by identifying fluid-related risks and defining mitigation strategies.
- Evaluate material compatibility (metals, elastomers, plastics, coatings) with functional fluids to prevent degradation and failures.
- Establish correlation between lab, rig, and vehicle-level performance for robust validation and faster decision-making.
- Drive digitalization initiatives such as AI-ML Projects to improve productivity and simulation-assisted fluid performance studies and data-driven fluid selection.
- Support field issue resolution by analysing warranty data, service feedback, and conducting teardown studies.

Desired candidate profile :

BE / BTech – Mechanical / Automotive / Chemical / Material Science

Experience :3-10 years

Knowledge of Functional fluids, Lubrications, materials and processes used in Powertrain applications

Design, and manufacturing application knowledge of Powertrain and vehicle systems.

Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and materials

Knowledge of different material characterization methods, respective test standards and its relations with field performance

Development of functional fluids road map and test methods

Tata Motors is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. All recruitment decisions are based strictly on Merit, Role alignment, and Business requirements. It does not solicit or accept any form of payment or gratuity from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process.



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About Tata Motors:

Part of the USD 180 billion Tata group, Tata Motors Limited (BSE: 500570; NSE: TATAMOTORS), a USD 52 billion organization, is a leading global automobile manufacturer of cars, utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks, and buses, offering an extensive range of integrated, smart, and e-mobility solutions. With ‘Connecting Aspirations’ at the core of its brand promise, Tata Motors is India’s market leader in commercial vehicles and ranks among the top three in the passenger vehicles market.

Tata Motors strives to bring new products that captivate the imagination of GenNext customers, fuelled by state-of-the-art design and R&D; centres located in India, the UK, the US, Italy, and South Korea. By focusing on engineering and tech- enabled automotive solutions catering to the future of mobility, the company’s innovation efforts are focused on developing pioneering technologies that are both sustainable and suited to the evolving market and customer aspirations. The company is pioneering India's Electric Vehicle (EV) transition and driving the shift towards sustainable mobility solutions by developing a tailored product strategy, leveraging the synergy between Group companies and playing an active role in liaising with the Government of India in developing the policy framework.

With operations in India, UK, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia, Tata Motors markets its vehicles in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the SAARC countries. As of March 31, 2025, Tata Motors’ operations include 93 consolidated subsidiaries, two joint operations, four joint ventures, and numerous equity-accounted associates, including their subsidiaries, over which the company exercises significant influence.

📌 Senior Manager-Material Science - PV-PVBU Engineering-TMPV (Pune)
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