Job Description

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

As a key member of the Product Development team at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, particularly within the H1 Refresh Platform of the Farm Division, you will drive the technical advancement of tractor products. Your responsibilities will include engaging closely with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate technical risks through comprehensive Technical Design Review (TDR) meetings, ensuring robust collaboration across departments. You will translate complex product proposals and specific customer requirements into detailed functional and engineering design inputs, paving the path for successful product innovation.

Managing product complexity through adept variant management and clear architecture definition will be fundamental, as you set precise engineering boundaries and targets for aggregates aligned with product attributes and operational requirements. In supporting design release activities, you will ensure that new developments meet stringent Technology, Cost, and Performance (TCP) targets, thereby delivering quality outcomes aligned with business objectives.

Your contributions will extend to Quality Function Deployment (QFD) exercises that finalize product and design concepts, benchmarking competitive products to inform performance criteria, design confines, and strategic positioning in the market.

Specifically, you will define tractor hard points such as SIP, Wheelbase, Track Width, FOH, ROH, CG positions, Stability, 3PL Points, VHF, and weight distribution parameters, balancing technical precision with field practicality. Ergonomics and operator workspace evaluations will be central to delivering superior user experience by ensuring optimal controls, access, and egress.

You will actively participate in both virtual and physical mock-ups, capturing stakeholder feedback to refine final designs effectively. Deep analysis of physical and functional interface challenges, coupled with robust trade-off studies, will guide you in recommending optimal engineering solutions that integrate performance, serviceability, manufacturability, quality, and cost considerations.

Supporting virtual integration and subsystem packaging validations will be pivotal for seamless engineering workflows, while facilitating engineering initiatives across the entire product development lifecycle until final implementation.

This role requires a hands-on approach, strong cross-functional coordination skills, and a commitment to innovation that propels Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd's tractor portfolio to the forefront of industry standards.

Experience

Applicants should have a proven track record of 3 to 5 years in the agricultural machinery sector, specifically focusing on Tractor Product Development, Vehicle Integration, Product Engineering, Vehicle Architecture, or Platform Engineering. Experience in managing end-to-end product development cycles is essential, illustrating competence in navigating the complexities of agricultural vehicles from initial concept through to production and launch.

Familiarity with the technical intricacies of tractors, including engine systems, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, body engineering, and overall vehicle integration, is highly preferred. Hands-on experience with tractor hard-point finalization, layout engineering, and ergonomics evaluation will strengthen your ability to contribute effectively.

The ideal candidate will be adept in virtual integration tools, mock-up evaluation techniques, and have a solid understanding of interfacing between diverse subsystems. Experience in using industry standard design and PLM software such as Teamcenter PLM, UG NX, and Vis Mock-Up is advantageous.

A keen analytical mindset, coupled with problem-solving skills and the ability to lead technical discussions while driving cross-functional alignment, is expected. Candidates with exposure to new product development processes and rapid prototyping will find this role aligns well with their expertise.

This experience equips you not only to handle the technical challenges of tractor design but also to anticipate and integrate user needs and regulatory demands effectively, contributing to Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd’s leadership in the agricultural machinery market.

Industry Preferred

Tractor Industry: Deep expertise within the tractor manufacturing and agricultural machinery sectors, demonstrating familiarity with industry-specific standards, challenges, and market demands.
Tractor OEM: Experience working directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers in the tractor space, understanding OEM processes, quality requirements, and product lifecycle management.

Prior exposure to adjacent heavy machinery manufacturing domains, such as construction equipment or off-road vehicles, while not mandatory, could present valuable transferable skills.

Qualifications

Qualifications required for this role include a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) or Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree in key disciplines such as Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or Automobile Engineering. The educational background should provide a solid foundation in engineering principles pertinent to agricultural vehicle design and development.

Higher qualifications or certifications in product development, vehicle integration, or specialized training in tractor-specific systems could be considered advantageous and support ongoing professional growth within the organization.

Commitment to continuous learning, industry updates, and engineering best practices will enable the candidate to thrive and innovate in this dynamic role at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.

General Requirements

Behavioral Competencies

Strong ownership mentality with proactive accountability for all assigned deliverables and outcomes.
Exceptional communication abilities, both verbal and written, enabling clear articulation of complex technical ideas and effective stakeholder engagement.
Collaborative mindset, ready to work effectively within diverse, multidisciplinary teams, fostering mutual respect and knowledge sharing.
Results-driven focus oriented towards delivering customer value through high-quality and timely engineering solutions.
Openness to continuous learning and professional development, embracing new technologies and methodologies.
Ability to adapt and perform effectively in multicultural and cross-functional environments, valuing diversity and inclusion.
Strong analytical thinking and advanced problem-solving skills to address engineering challenges innovatively.

Technical Competencies

In-depth knowledge of national and international tractor regulations and homologation standards to ensure product compliance and market readiness.
Comprehensive understanding of tractor integrated systems, including controls, implements, and vehicle-level architecture.
Proven experience across the full tractor development lifecycle, from conceptual design through prototype validation to production launch.
Familiarity with engine, transmission, hydraulic, electrical systems, body engineering, and vehicle integration challenges and solutions.
Practical experience in defining tractor hard points and meticulous layout engineering to optimize vehicle performance and manufacturing efficiency.
Expertise in ergonomics assessments and operator workspace design to enhance user safety and comfort.
Exposure to virtual integration activities, mock-up creation, and evaluation processes that support design validation.
Competency in interface management, packaging studies, risk assessment methodologies such as FMEA, and analytical problem-solving techniques.
Hands-on familiarity with Teamcenter PLM, UG NX, Vis Mock-Up, or equivalent sophisticated design and collaboration software tools.
Strong grasp of engineering standards such as GD&T, Tolerance Stack-up Analysis, DFA/DFM, and basic Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Insight into agricultural applications, farmer usage patterns, and challenging field operation environments, driving practical design decisions.
Comprehensive understanding of New Product Development (NPD) processes, design release protocols, and rapid prototyping technologies.
Demonstrated capability to lead technical discussions, facilitate consensus, and manage cross-functional alignment within complex projects.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd are deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, embracing the richness that diversity brings to innovation and collaboration.

Our inclusive culture prioritises fairness and equal opportunity in all areas, from recruitment through to career development, ensuring that everyone has access to the resources and support needed to succeed. We continuously strive to eliminate bias and barriers, promoting an environment where all voices can be heard and individuals can thrive.

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd believes that diverse teams drive improved business outcomes, creativity, and problem-solving. We are dedicated to maintaining policies and practices that uphold these values and to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated as a strength fundamental to our success.

About Mahindra Group

Many Companies. One Mahindra.

Founded in 1945, the Mahindra Group is one of the largest and most admired multinational federations of companies, with 324,000+ employees across 100+ countries. It enjoys a leadership position in farm equipment, utility vehicles, information technology, and financial services in India and is the world’s largest tractor company by volume. The Group operates in 20+ industries, including renewable energy, agriculture, logistics, hospitality, and real estate, with a turnover of over US $25 billion.

The Mahindra Group has a clear focus on leading ESG globally, enabling rural prosperity and enhancing urban living, with a goal to drive positive change in the lives of communities and stakeholders to enable them to Rise.

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Industry

Government & Public Safety

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Headquarters

Mumbai, IN

Year Founded

1945

Website

mahindra.com

Social Media

PEL- H1 Refresh