Mahindra Group

Senior Manager - GSM

Mahindra Group  •  Bengaluru, IN (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Manager to lead the design and development of Interior, Exterior, Trims, and Seat systems for next-generation Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs). The role is responsible for driving system and component development from benchmarking and concept creation through detailed design, packaging, integration, validation, and production readiness.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership capabilities to guide a high-performing engineering team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure delivery of innovative, manufacturable, cost-effective, and high-quality vehicle systems.

Roles and responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of Interior, Exterior, Trim, and Seat systems for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), from concept definition through production release.
  • Drive benchmarking activities, technical feasibility studies, system packaging, integration, and detailed engineering design of vehicle components.
  • Develop master sections, design concepts, and detailed 3D parametric models using CATIA V5 across pre-development and series production phases.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to define and validate SOR, DVP, DFMEA, homologation, and quality requirements.
  • Evaluate and optimize design concepts by balancing manufacturability, serviceability, cost, quality, performance, and project timelines.
  • Perform interface studies, DMU analysis, and packaging assessments to identify and resolve integration challenges.
  • Prepare, review, and maintain engineering quality documentation including Benchmarking Reports, Design Concept Sheets (DCS), GD&T, DFMEA, DFMA, DFSS, DFS&R, and DVP&R.
  • Support prototype builds, vehicle integration activities, and production validation while ensuring timely resolution of engineering issues.
  • Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and FTA.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers, ensuring delivery of project objectives and adherence to quality standards.
  • Build and maintain comprehensive benchmarking databases and leverage industry insights to enhance product competitiveness and innovation.
  • Ensure compliance with internal processes, automotive standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations throughout the product development lifecycle.

Experience

12-14 years

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

General Requirements

  • Strong expertise in automotive Interior, Exterior, Trim, and Seat system design and development.
  • Proficiency in CATIA V5 and Teamcenter/PDM systems.Sound knowledge of engineering materials, plastics, composites, lightweight structures, and associated manufacturing processes.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T, DFMEA, DFMA, DFSS, DFS&R, DVP&R, and Design Quality Assurance practices.
  • Knowledge of global automotive standards and regulations such as SAE, ISO, IEC, AIS, FMVSS, UN, and VDA.
  • Experience working in cross-functional environments with a focus on quality, cost, manufacturability, and timeline adherence.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Knowledge of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), vehicle integration, and electrical architecture is preferred.

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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
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