About Our Client

Our client is a leading Indian automotive component manufacturer with a solid global footprint and a reputation for engineering excellence. The organisation partners with major OEMs worldwide and continues to invest significantly in advanced manufacturing technologies, product innovation, lightweighting solutions, and sustainable mobility initiatives.

Job Description

Reporting to senior leadership, the Head of Advanced Engineering(Die Casting) will be responsible for driving technology leadership, product development, process innovation, and strategic growth of the aluminium die casting portfolio.

Key responsibilities include:
Lead the Advanced Engineering for Die Casting business, developing long-term technology roadmaps.
Understand customer applications and translate performance requirements into optimised material and mechanical property specifications.
Drive alloy design, material selection, and metallurgical innovations for high-performance automotive applications.
Develop and optimise aluminium alloy compositions to achieve targeted strength,



durability, thermal performance, and manufacturability requirements.
Introduce and implement world-class aluminium die casting technologies and best practices.
Evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies, materials, and processes to enhance product competitiveness.
Lead technology transfer programmes from global partners, with preference for exposure to China-based manufacturing ecosystems.
Establish robust metallurgical standards, validation methodologies, and process controls.
Drive cost optimisation, productivity improvement, and quality enhancement initiatives across die casting operations.
Build and mentor a high-performing engineering team while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

The Successful Applicant
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline.
Extensive experience in aluminiu

📌 Gm Advanced Engineering Pune (India)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 India