Define and execute the overall NPD strategy in alignment with business goals and long-term growth plans.
Lead, mentor, and develop the NPD engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Oversee multiple NPD projects simultaneously, ensuring resource optimization, cost-effectiveness, and timely completion.
Collaborate with top management for strategic decision-making on recent product portfolios and technology roadmaps.
Establish KPIs and performance metrics for innovation, time-to-market, and product performance.
Drive cross-functional alignment among R&D;, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams for seamless execution.
Represent the company in technical discussions with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and industry forums.

Technical & Operational Responsibilities:
Lead the end-to-end Recent Product Development process — from concept design, prototyping, validation, and production release.
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, GD&T;, and other automotive standards.
Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives.
Approve final product designs, specifications,



and engineering changes before release.
Monitor project timelines, budgets, and risks; ensure on-time delivery within approved cost and quality parameters.
Support process validation, pilot builds, and production ramp-up for new product launches.
Ensure customer satisfaction through active engagement and understanding of requirements and performance expectations.

Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 8–12 years of experience in New Product Development, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role within the automotive industry.
Proven expertise in APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, GD&T;, and CAD tools.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials engineering, and product validation.
Excellent project management, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Perks:
Cell phone reimbursement
Internet reimbursement
Leave encashment
Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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