Lead Engineer - Trims Engineering CoE
Mahindra And Mahindra Limited
Work from Office
Full Time
Min. 7 yearsJob Description
Lead Engineer - Trims Engineering CoE
Role Overview
Lead end-to-end interior trim system delivery from concept to SOP, achieving cost, weight, quality, performance, craftsmanship and timing targets.
Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
• Lead system delivery against cost, weight, quality, performance, craftsmanship and timing targets.
• Drive status reviews, milestone tracking, risk identification and timely escalation.
• Lead engineering feasibility assessments and robust design-change management.
• Coordinate tooling development, manufacturing readiness and launch execution.
• Ensure process capability, product quality and smooth SOP delivery.
• Guide Styling, Product Planning and Platform teams through benchmarking and feasibility inputs.
• Drive technology evaluation, proof-of-concept development and future interior roadmaps.
• Manage DVP&R risks across regulatory, functional, durability, NVH, safety and perceived quality.
• Track regulations, emerging technologies, sustainable materials and customer expectations.
• Drive value engineering, material optimization and continuous improvement
• Align Suppliers, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Validation and Product Planning on program targets.
• Lead CAE, NVH, BSR, STA, DE, Validation, PQ, Manufacturing Engineering and PVT interfaces.
• Mentor engineering teams through structured problem-solving and knowledge sharing.
• Promote technical excellence and adherence to engineering best practices.
• Interior trim packaging, vehicle integration and system engineering expertise.
• Knowledge of IS/AIS, ECE, ADR and FMVSS standards and DVP requirements.
• Strong project management, risk management and problem-solving capability.
• Knowledge of automotive trends and emerging technologies.
Behavioural Fit
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Customer-centric thinking and idea generation.
• Effective stakeholder communication and escalation discipline.
• Ability to anticipate trends and drive innovation.
Experience
7 to 13 years of Experience.
• Extensive experience in automotive interior trim design and development.
• Expertise in end-to-end trim delivery from concept to SOP.
• Proven cross-functional leadership and program target achievement.
• Strong focus on customer experience, perceived quality, comfort, convenience and aesthetics.
• Hard Trims: Door Trims, Console, Pillars and Garnishes.
• Soft Trims: Headliner, Sun Visors, Parcel Shelf and Wrapped Components.
• NVH Components and Trim / Closure Interfaces.
• Decorative and Premium Finish Systems.
• Interior Perceived Quality and Craftsmanship.
Qualifications
BE/M.Tech
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We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants.
Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.
Experience Level
Senior LevelJob role
Job requirements
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