Job Description

Overview:

DEVELOPMENT LEAD -Underbody
Responsibilities:

Objective:

To provide technical leadership to a group of release engineers. Responsible for developing part designs and/or systems assuring that design rules are followed, and design practices are implemented, consistently across all components and systems within the organization. Additionally, support the Development Team in assessing and developing the technical know-how of the organization & meet the Deliverables shorter lead time.

BIW Parts:

Front side member , Dash & Cowl assembly floor, Sill inner assembly , RR floor assembly, Bumper beams , Battery tray (12 V)

Key Responsibilities:

Create Parametric Surface models of Under body components of BIW as per + Packaging requirements
+ Design standards
+ Performance criteria
+ Geometrical requirements
+ Manufacturing requirements
Create Associative Assembly models DMU check for clash and clearances Responsible for meeting DVP&R and DFMEA by virtual analysis by interacting with necessary CAE teams Take part in periodic design reviews for all the project assigned, update status and concerns Ensure the Design meet all design criteria and mating part criteria from other functional areas, confirm to Regulatory standards, best practices, voice of customer Adhere to TC/PLM system rules and maintain part history Maintain the structure as per EBOM in TC/ PLM system Release parts and assemblies as per Corporate Release Process Work with EBOM Team to maintain structure up to date To assist the PC/PR (development team) to do the technical feasibility, design robustness, component manufacturability and the compliance of technical documentation To ensure the completeness/availability of all documents necessary for tooling release. Participate in Supplier Technical Reviews To interact with the suppliers & plant to understand any issues & ensure the issues are addressed with appropriate feedback without leading to any delay in delivery Escalate with the appropriate time to involve the mangers for the risk mitigation help. Assist PC/PR( Development team) in providing engineering support to problem solving activities at the assembly plant from pilot phase through launch / post launch Support the Change management by design changes and /or incorporating feed backs from Development team Work with PC/PR (Development team) and participate in the diagnostic activities on the relevant systems/components

Task / Deliverables

In the area of competence can be responsible for: Support managers to meet the quality, cost and weight efficient designs that ensures successful launch while meeting program objectives. Consolidation of CAD & work with cost estimation to find the proposed platform solution Vs cost impact & vendor tooling investment. Lead standardization, re-use, harmonization, benchmarking, and lessons learned activities in his/her domain, ensuring the application of corporate technical best practices. Support Project Team with his/her technical know-how to: develop technical solutions, root-cause issues. Work along with CAD/ DRE for the system integration & design execution on time to meet the gate way requirements Lead product diversity definition per KPI requirements along with Vehicle Program team, Product planning and Brand and Supplier Responsible for Source Package development. Within his/her responsibilities he/she must guarantee the conformity to Internal Control System rules.

Performance INDICATORS (INDICATIVE):

To meet Key vehicle, launch milestone with Cost, Quality per given timeline.
Qualifications:

B.E. / B. Tech. / M. E / M. Tech - Mechanical / Automotive / Electrical engineering.
Essential skills:
Advanced Surface Modeling /Assembly Modeling using Catia /UG NX-Sheet metals Section study DMU Analysis Teamcenter (TC) / EBOM/PLM Updating of DVPR & DFMEA Vendor Development / SCM Design for manufacturing Issue resolution for process & performance related issues Weight & Cost optimization Sheet metal design aspects. Knowledge in GD&T, Sheet Materials Knowledge Knowledge on Sheet metal welding process Knowledge on Welding fixture design, Gun access study, Painting and sealing process requirement



Desired skills:

COMPETENCIES, CORE VALUES, BEHAVIOURS:

CFT convergence. OEM experience to meet the shorter Lead time. Basic knowledge on Homologation & Regulation compliance Problem solving experience. Team oriented, Agile to switch the proposals with respect to Manager direction & meet the Project stringent time line.

Experience:

Minimum of

6-8

years of relevant experience with CAD design experience - UG NX / CATIA.