Manager - VA (Interior Master section)

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Interior Package & Architecture

• Lead development of vehicle interior package architecture from concept to production.
• Define and optimize interior packaging considering occupant accommodation, ergonomics, visibility, comfort, safety, manufacturability, and serviceability.
• Develop package layouts for instrument panel, console, seats, door trims, headliner, pillars, steering system, HVAC, airbags, and other interior systems.
• Ensure compliance with vehicle package requirements, regulations, and platform constraints.
• Drive cross-functional resolution of packaging conflicts and integration issues.

Master Sections Development

• Develop, maintain, and govern vehicle interior master sections.
• Establish standard section strategies and dimensional guidelines across vehicle platforms.
• Define interface requirements between Body-in-White (BIW) and interior components.
• Maintain master section databases and ensure adherence across engineering teams.
• Support platform commonization and modular architecture initiatives.

Interior Integration

• Coordinate integration of all interior subsystems to achieve optimal fit, finish, and functionality.
• Manage interface definitions among Design, Body, Safety, Electrical, HVAC, Seating, and Trim engineering teams.
• Ensure packaging feasibility throughout product development.
• Resolve design conflicts through engineering trade-off studies.

Vehicle Package Engineering

• Develop occupant package studies using anthropometric data.
• Ensure compliance with vision, reach, ingress/egress, comfort, and ergonomic requirements.
• Support benchmarking activities and translate customer insights into package improvements.
• Participate in digital mock-up (DMU) reviews and package validation activities.

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Continuous Improvement

• Develop and standardize interior packaging processes, design standards, and best practices.
• Contribute to platform architecture strategies for future vehicle programs.
• Promote design reuse, modularity, and engineering efficiency.

Experience

Industry Preferred

Preferred Industry Experience

• Passenger Vehicles
• Electric Vehicles (EV)
• Hybrid Vehicles
• Commercial Vehicles
• Automotive OEMs or Tier-1 Suppliers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 12–14 years of experience in Automotive Interior Engineering or Vehicle Packaging.
• Proven expertise in Interior Master Sections and Package Architecture.

General Requirements

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