NPD Head

• Define and execute the overall NPD strategy in alignment with business goals and long-term growth plans.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the NPD engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee multiple NPD projects simultaneously, ensuring resource optimization, cost-effectiveness, and timely completion.
• Collaborate with top management for strategic decision-making on new product portfolios and technology roadmaps.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics for innovation, time-to-market, and product performance.
• Drive cross-functional alignment among R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams for seamless execution.
• Represent the company in technical discussions with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and industry forums.

Technical & Operational Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end New Product Development process — from concept design, prototyping, validation, and production release.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, GD&T, and other automotive standards.
• Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives.
• Approve final product designs, specifications, and engineering changes before release.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and risks; ensure on-time delivery within approved cost and quality parameters.
• Support process validation, pilot builds, and production ramp-up for new product launches.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through active engagement and understanding of requirements and performance expectations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in New Product Development, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role within the automotive industry.
• Proven expertise in APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, GD&T, and CAD tools.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials engineering, and product validation.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: ₹60, ₹75,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Internet reimbursement
• Leave encashment

Work Location: In person