Position Context

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  Participate in the development of the VINFAST Vehicle Institute, specifically within the Interior Engineering Department.
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  Lead the development and integration of interior lighting systems for future vehicle programs.
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  Work in a fast-paced start-up environment with quick decision-making and high ownership.
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  Strong focus on product quality, innovation, customer experience, and program timing.

Position Responsibilities

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  Lead the design, development, and validation of interior lighting components and systems.
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  Coordinate with suppliers, external partners, and cross-functional teams to deliver lighting solutions aligned with vehicle targets.
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  Manage technical discussions related to ambient lighting, functional lighting, HMI integration, and lighting performance.
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  Support concept development, packaging studies, DFMEA, DVP, and issue resolution activities.
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  Ensure compliance with automotive standards, regulations, and quality requirements.
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  Provide technical guidance and support to management for engineering decisions.
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  Implement best engineering practices and contribute to continuous improvement activities.
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  Support vehicle build activities, testing, and production launch readiness.
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  Report project status, risks, and technical issues to management.

Requirements

Requirements

Position Requirements

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  5+ years of experience in automotive interior lighting engineering or related fields.
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  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines.
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  Strong knowledge of interior lighting systems, ambient lighting, LEDs, light guides, optics, and related components.
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  Experience working with OEMs, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams.
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  Familiar with automotive development processes including DFMEA, DVP, APQP, and problem-solving methodologies.
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  Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization and multicultural environment.
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  High proficiency in written and spoken English.
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  Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
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  Highly organized, proactive, and self-motivated with strong ownership mindset.
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  Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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  Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving capability.