Role & responsibilities

Job Description Project Management Engineer / Lead (Automotive Product Development)

Department: Engineering (Project Management)
Location: Pune
Position: Assistant Manager

Our Client is one of the world's leading manufacturers of rearview mirrors for passenger vehicles and a pioneer in intelligent camera technologies for automotive applications. With a strong focus on innovation, safety, and driving comfort, SMR is actively helping shape the future of the automotive industry.

We are looking for an experienced Project Management professional to lead new product development projects using the APQP methodology and independently drive cross-functional teams from concept to production. The role will also act as the Global Design Coordinator for Studio-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Product Development

- Act as the primary interface for customer enquiries and development projects related to ORVMs and IRVMs for customers such as Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Honda, and Tata Motors.
- Review customer RFQs, SORs, and technical requirements and lead concept development activities.
- Conduct technical feasibility studies and present solutions to customers in collaboration with the design team.
- Lead project kick-off meetings and establish detailed project plans aligned with customer milestones.
- Drive the complete APQP process for recent product development projects.

Customer & Cross-Functional Coordination

- Coordinate closely with internal cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Purchase, Manufacturing, Testing, etc.) to ensure timely project execution.
- Maintain regular interaction with customer engineering, purchase,



and supplier quality teams for project tracking and issue resolution.
- Prepare and present project status reports, risk assessments, and mitigation plans to management.

Supplier Development & Cost Management

- Float RFQs to suppliers and compile commercial and technical quotations.
- Support sourcing of new suppliers and manage supplier interactions for raw material and bought-out part development.
- Work with global and local teams to achieve cost optimization targets.

Quality & Process Management

- Coordinate DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and Risk Analysis activities.
- Manage internal and external validation activities, including DV testing and related approvals.
- Ensure project deliverables comply with customer and IATF requirements.

1. Global Design Coordination

- Coordinate with Studio Design teams and global engineering teams for design completion and implementation.
- Support design reviews, engineering changes, and cost-control initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualification & Experience

Education

- B. Tech/B.E. (Mechanical Engineering) with 8-10 years of experience in the automotive industry, OR
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 11-12 years of relevant experience in the automotive industry.

Preferred Industry Experience

- Automotive OEMs,



Tier-1 Suppliers, Mirror Systems, Exterior Trim, Plastic Components, or Automotive Product Development.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

- Strong understanding of APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Process Flow methodologies.
- Knowledge of automotive product development processes for plastic and mirror systems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer standards.
- Good understanding of tooling feasibility concepts, including Sliders, Lifters, and Mold Design considerations.
- Experience in design feasibility reviews and risk analysis.

Project Management Skills

- Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Excel for planning and scheduling.
- Strong project planning, coordination, and execution capabilities.
- Experience managing multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Behavioral Competencies

- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- problem-solving abilities.
- Customer-focused approach with the ability to work independently.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join this company

- Opportunity to lead cutting-edge automotive product development projects.
- Exposure to global engineering and design teams.
- Work with leading automotive OEMs in India.
- Contribute to innovative technologies shaping the future of mobility.

Preferred candidate profile

Those who are keen on this can share their CVs with the follwing information on [email protected]

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