Understand the product application and customer requirements based on that Vehicle configuration, layout and specification definition.
Entire vehicle specification including specifications of all Electric components (Motor, Battery, etc.); and configuration generation including packaging concept for vehicle layout.
Full understanding of regulation or homologation norms related to electric vehicles.
Basic understanding of Automotive Systems & interface requirements.
Vehicle packaging & Integration Study for static & dynamic including articulation.
Packaging of proposed aggregates (assemblies) into the vehicle DMU layout.
DFMEA, DFS, DFM, DFA solutions.
Engineering Calculations as applicable for vehicle, some examples weight distribution, Performance calculation for vehicle, gradeabililty, traction, TCD, etc.
Vehicle application study (Load body, special application etc.) & Body builder support.
Knowledge about BOM, creation of entire vehicle BOM and management.
Benchmarking of new concepts.
Risk management for vehicle.
Impact assessment of one vehicle parameter change on life, function, assembly etc. for other parts.
TCO of vehicles (entire vehicle weight, fuel efficiency, turn around time, etc.).
Planning, Execution & Co-ordination
Overall planning of milestone for engineering activities for vehicle projects as per Quality Gates until SoP (Start of Production)
Coordination within R&D function with Design Teams, Simulation Team (CAE), Proto Team, Testing Team & Homologation Team for overall execution
Creating reports/overviews on the current R&D status for various projects
Interacting with other cross functional departments (representing R&D) & communication within R&D
Ensure timely delivery of projects with high quality.
Management report preparation and aligning with all stake-holders.
Product & Process
Good domain knowledge in automobile, especially of commercial Vehicles.
Good knowledge and experience in entire vehicle development process.
Strong knowledge of different application in the market.
Conversant with different functions of automobile systems and its CAD Analysis.
Experience in development processes from conceptualization to start of sales.
Exposure to QFD (quality function deployment), customer discussion for understanding gap & remedies.
General awareness of future technology - applications for automotive engineering.
Automotive Material knowledge.
Field visit for failure, issues, etc.
Problem solving techniques & root cause analysis for field / warranty topics like 8D / fishbone, etc.
Software Skills
Good hands on Experience in handling DMU of Entire Vehicle and complex assemblies in UG NX.
3D modeling (& 2D drafting, if required) for concept generation.
Experience in Kinematics study of linkages.
Microsoft PowerPoint presentations and Excel.
Skills Required
Capable of and experienced in leading a small team.
Expertise in UG-NX - Excellent hands-on experience in 3D and 2D along with GD&T.
Expertise in Product data management - Engineering client.
Experience in Commercial vehicle industry.
Hands-on experience in DFMEA, DVP and 8D.
Knowledge in designing pipes, sheet metal brackets and casting brackets to meet functional and durability requirements.
Understand the product application and customer requirements based on that Vehicle configuration, layout and specification definition.
Entire vehicle specification including specifications of all Electric components (Motor, Battery, etc.); and configuration generation including packaging concept for vehicle layout.
Full understanding of regulation or homologation norms related to electric vehicles.
Basic understanding of Automotive Systems & interface requirements.
Vehicle packaging & Integration Study for static & dynamic including articulation.
Packaging of proposed aggregates (assemblies) into the vehicle DMU layout.
DFMEA, DFS, DFM, DFA solutions.
Engineering Calculations as applicable for vehicle, some examples weight distribution, Performance calculation for vehicle, gradeabililty, traction, TCD, etc.
Vehicle application study (Load body, special application etc.) & Body builder support.
Knowledge about BOM, creation of entire vehicle BOM and management.
Benchmarking of new concepts.
Risk management for vehicle.
Impact assessment of one vehicle parameter change on life, function, assembly etc. for other parts.
TCO of vehicles (entire vehicle weight, fuel efficiency, turn around time, etc.).
Planning, Execution & Co-ordination
Overall planning of milestone for engineering activities for vehicle projects as per Quality Gates until SoP (Start of Production)
Coordination within R&D function with Design Teams, Simulation Team (CAE), Proto Team, Testing Team & Homologation Team for overall execution
Creating reports/overviews on the current R&D status for various projects
Interacting with other cross functional departments (representing R&D) & communication within R&D
Ensure timely delivery of projects with high quality.
Management report preparation and aligning with all stake-holders.
Product & Process
Good domain knowledge in automobile, especially of commercial Vehicles.
Good knowledge and experience in entire vehicle development process.
Strong knowledge of different application in the market.
Conversant with different functions of automobile systems and its CAD Analysis.
Experience in development processes from conceptualization to start of sales.
Exposure to QFD (quality function deployment), customer discussion for understanding gap & remedies.
General awareness of future technology - applications for automotive engineering.
Automotive Material knowledge.
Field visit for failure, issues, etc.
Problem solving techniques & root cause analysis for field / warranty topics like 8D / fishbone, etc.
Software Skills
Good hands on Experience in handling DMU of Entire Vehicle and complex assemblies in UG NX.
3D modeling (& 2D drafting, if required) for concept generation.
Experience in Kinematics study of linkages.
Microsoft PowerPoint presentations and Excel.
Skills Required
Capable of and experienced in leading a small team.
Expertise in UG-NX - Excellent hands-on experience in 3D and 2D along with GD&T.
Expertise in Product data management - Engineering client.
Experience in Commercial vehicle industry.
Hands-on experience in DFMEA, DVP and 8D.
Knowledge in designing pipes, sheet metal brackets and casting brackets to meet functional and durability requirements.
6-12 years of experience in relevant industry (Commercial vehicle industry preferable).
At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us - regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us - regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.Job number: 2515Publication period: 04/16/2025 - 04/20/2025Location: ChennaiOrganization: Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Private LimitedJob Category: Research and Development incl. DesignWorking hours: Full time (part time possible)