Senior Engineer

BHTC GmbH -
Pune, Maharashtra

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Job details

8 hours ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Work from home

Qualifications

System design
GD&T
PCB
Quality assurance
Product development
Data management
ANSYS
HVAC
Requirements management
FEA
FMEA
Manufacturing
Plastics injection molding
CATIA

Full job description

Senior Engineer in the department of Engineering – All Functions.

Job Tasks

Role Summary:
Serve as the primary technical interface for customers and internal project teams, leading the end-to-end development of mechanical systems to meet customer specifications, quality standards, cost targets, and project timelines.
1. Project & Customer Interface

Act as the first point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders regarding mechanical system development.
Manage complete project execution, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and specifications.
Drive the development of mechanical design and display solutions in accordance with defined specifications.

2. System Integration & Development Leadership

Lead and coordinate the development of mechanical systems, ensuring alignment with defined development processes.
Oversee system integration and design maturity for mechanical components including surfaces, illumination, and display assemblies.

3. Planning, Budget & Cost Management

Take ownership of project timelines, budgets, and design-driven costs for the mechanical system.
Plan and manage work packages, ensuring proper synchronization across all design interfaces.
Develop and maintain Level 2 project planning, aligned with Level 1 milestones, and coordinate interface milestones with cross-functional teams.
Ensure timely deliverables as per agreed project schedules (Level 1 & Level 2).
Monitor and control engineering costs, implementing corrective actions where necessary.

4. Design & Engineering Responsibility

Ensure fulfillment of all mechanical system requirements and specifications.
Perform and validate design feasibility and functionality, including:

o Tolerance analysis and GD&T
o FEA simulations
o Mold flow analysis

Develop robust, feasible, and cost-optimized designs, considering:

o Crash, vibration, drop, and thermal shock requirements
o Structural and stress analysis using CAE/FEA tools (e.g., Ansys)

Initiate and oversee prototype builds and validation testing.
Review test results and define corrective and preventive actions.

5. Design Release & Documentation

Create, maintain, and release 3D models and engineering drawings, including part history tracking.
Define and release Design Bill of Materials (BOM).
Participate in DFMEA and DFM workshops and lead the mechanical systems

6. Material & Cost Optimization

Select cost-effective materials based on functional and environmental requirements.
Ensure design decisions are aligned with cost, performance, and manufacturability goals.

7. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Support all development activities, including:

o Leading Cross-Functional Team (CFT) reviews
o Participating in System Design (SD) reviews

Drive final optimization of components and sub-assemblies.

8. Supplier & Customer Coordination

Collaborate with customers (OEMs/Tier-1) and suppliers on:

o Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
o Design for Assembly (DFA)
o Industrialization processes

Ensure smooth communication and alignment across all stakeholders.

Required Qualification

Experience
• Proven experience in handling at least 2 full product development projects, covering the complete Product Development Lifecycle as per APQP guidelines.• Strong experience in customer and supplier communication, including technical discussions and coordination.

Technical Skills

Proficient in CAD tools (CATIA - 3D & 2D) for design and detailing.
Basic working knowledge of CAE/FEA tools (ANSYS or equivalent) for simulation and validation.

Domain Expertise

Strong competency in plastic part design and material selection based on functional and application requirements.
Experience in automotive technologies, including:

o Mechatronics
o Illumination systems
o Display technologies
o Metal components for automotive applications
Product-Specific Experience

Hands-on experience in the design and development of automotive rotary knobs and push buttons (e.g., Radio and HVAC panels).
Expertise in:

o Haptic design
o Detent profile development for torque and tactile feedback requirements
Standards & Testing Knowledge

Familiarity with automotive standards such as AIS, ECE, JIS, and other international regulations.
Knowledge of lifecycle and validation testing, including:

o Endurance and durability testing
o Environmental testing
o Crash and safety requirements
Materials & Manufacturing Knowledge

Strong understanding of material properties and behavior, including:

o Plastics, metals, and contact materials
o Additives and their effects
o Shrinkage, warpage, and tooling considerations

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and defects, especially in injection molding.
Familiarity with surface technologies, such as:

o Painting and varnishing
o Laser engraving
o Galvanization
o Foil technology and IMD (In-Mold Decoration)
Engineering & Quality Processes

Knowledge and practical exposure to:

o Requirement management and analysis
o FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
o Product and component validation testing
o Quality assurance processes
Electronics Integration

Basic knowledge of:

o Electronics hardware
o Connectors and PCB technologies
o Spraying/coating processes related to electronic assemblies
Tools & Systems

Basic experience with Product Data Management (PDM) systems
Basic knowledge of DOORS (requirements management tool)

Project & Process Management

Strong understanding of the Product Development Process (PDP) from Gate 0 to Gate 6
Familiarity with project phases, customer milestones, and deliverables
Ability to lead projects independently, ensuring timely delivery and quality compliance

Grow with AUO though our numerous training possibilities, talent development and building future competencies, multiple careers within the company as well as international assignments and collaboration.
The wellbeing of our employees is important to us. You and your family will be cared for through our comprehensive health care benefits that include annual checks, dental and vision, mental wellbeing and eldercare facilities.
Flexibility is key to help our people manage their lives in a sustainable way. Through our 10 day per month work from home arrangement and our free access to LinkedIn Learning, the onsite Library with a wide array of books on various topics, employees can put their self-care and growth at the forefront of what they do.
For Fun, we have engagements planned every month right from sporting events like cricket, soccer, badminton, quizzes, cooking competitions, to rewarding and recognizing our employees during annual awards, family days and monthly Townhalls.

At AUO, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

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