About MBRDI:
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI), headquartered in Bengaluru with a satellite office in Pune, is the largest R&D center for Mercedes-Benz Group AG outside of Germany. Our mission is to drive innovation and excellence in automotive engineering, digitalization, and sustainable mobility solutions, shaping the future of mobility.

Role – Weight Management Engineer – Vans Product Portfolio

Key Responsibilities:
• Understand the complexity of the Vans product portfolio across development and series carlines.
• Understand the complexity of powertrain portfolios, including ICE and BEV variants.
• Ensure key weight deliverables are achieved across each DPT phase for development and series carlines.
• Perform weight estimations for given vehicle configurations using tools such as SMARAGD and DIALOG.
• Estimate weight impact for optional equipment, SA codes, for specific carlines.
• Create weight walks and waterfall charts to compare weight changes across carlines.
• Estimate weight change content during the early development phase.
• Ensure proper documentation of technical data in line with internal procedures and standards.
• Conduct benchmarking across different parameters to support target setting and challenge module groups for weight optimization.

Required Skills and Experience:
• Good understanding of vehicle weight management and weight estimation processes.
• Knowledge of Vans product portfolio, vehicle configurations, and powertrain variants including ICE and BEV.
• Experience in weight estimation, weight tracking, and weight change analysis.
• Working knowledge of Mercedes-Benz systems such as SMARAGD and DIALOG.
• Ability to create and analyze weight walks, waterfall charts, and benchmarking data.
• Good understanding of development phases and series carline requirements.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Good coordination and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams and module groups.

Educational Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, B.E. / B.Tech.

Preferred Qualifications (Good to Have):
• Experience in automotive weight management, vehicle development, or product engineering.
• Exposure to Vans, commercial vehicles, ICE, or BEV product development.
• Knowledge of Mercedes-Benz development processes, internal systems, and technical documentation standards.
• Experience in benchmarking, target setting, and supporting weight optimization activities.
• Ability to work with global stakeholders and cross-functional engineering teams.

Why Join Us?
• Be part of a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of mobility.
• Work on cutting-edge technologies and global projects.
• Thrive in a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Access world-class infrastructure and continuous learning opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
At MBRDI, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, background, age, ethnicity, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our ability to shape the future of mobility.