Director - Brakes Engineering (R0102890)

16 hours ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Domnic Lewis Pvt. Ltd Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Role Overview:

Lead the complete engineering function for braking systems in rail and metro applications — driving innovation, new product development, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Technical Leadership

  • Define and execute the long-term vision and roadmap for Brakes Engineering aligned with global transit needs.
  • Lead innovation in modular and intelligent braking systems, promoting sustainability and reliability.
  • Drive standardization, digitization, and process excellence through PLM and digital workflows.

Product Development & Innovation

  • Design and develop advanced brake systems for rail and metro vehicles.
  • Collaborate with global teams to validate, test, and industrialize new designs.
  • Improve product reliability through RAMS and accelerated life testing.
  • Enhance existing products to reduce cost of poor quality and improve performance.

Customer & Program Management

  • Engage with customers, certification bodies, and field teams for technical approvals and performance feedback.
  • Ensure compliance with fire, smoke, and safety regulations.
  • Lead technical discussions, audits, and customer reviews to ensure satisfaction and timely project delivery.

People & Organizational Leadership

  • Build and mentor a high-performing team of brake system engineers.
  • Identify training needs and develop internal expertise.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Operational Excellence

  • Optimize material use and cost through engineering value analysis.
  • Ensure adherence to ISO and environmental standards.
  • Lead documentation, catalogues, and manuals for all products.
  • Track engineering KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in brake system design, development, and validation, with at least 7 years in a leadership role.
  • Experience in rail, transit, automotive, or aerospace engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of PLM systems, digital workflows, and global compliance standards.
  • Exposure to Six Sigma, Lean, or other process improvement methodologies preferred.

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