Head of Engineering

Head of Engineering Advanced Mechatronics & Intelligent Mobility Systems

Role Objective:

To lead end-to-end engineering strategy, product development, and innovation in advanced mechatronic systems and intelligent mobility solutions, with strong expertise in robotics component engineering (including humanoid/complex robotic architectures), ensuring scalable, high-performance, and future-ready products.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Engineering Strategy & Technology Roadmap

• Define and execute the engineering vision aligned with Advanced Mechatronics and Intelligent Mobility Systems.
• Develop long-term technology roadmaps covering robotics components, actuation systems, embedded electronics, sensors, and control systems.
• Drive innovation in AI-enabled motion systems, precision actuation, and intelligent control architectures.

Product Development & System Architecture

• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle management from concept to production.
• Design and develop critical robotic components such as actuators, servo drives, controllers, sensors, gear systems, power electronics, and embedded software.
• Architect integrated mechatronic systems for mobility and advanced robotic applications (including complex robotic platforms).
• Ensure modular, scalable, and high-reliability system design.

Robotics & Motion Control Expertise

• Oversee development of high-precision motion control systems and kinematics optimization.
• Drive innovation in lightweight structures, torque-dense actuation, and energy-efficient mobility systems.
• Integrate AI-driven perception, feedback control, and autonomous capabilities into engineered systems.

Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration

• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and cost optimization.
• Work closely with digital and software teams to enable Industry 4.0 integration and smart diagnostics.
• Engage with global customers and technology partners for co-development initiatives.

Operational Excellence & Compliance

• Establish robust engineering governance, validation protocols, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Drive cost, quality, and performance improvements across engineering programs.
• Ensure adherence to automotive safety and functional standards (e.g., ISO, IEC, ASIL where applicable).

Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Build and lead high-performance, multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Develop competencies in robotics hardware, embedded systems, AI integration, and advanced mechatronics.
• Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and technical excellence.

Candidate Profile

• 1825+ years of experience in advanced mechatronics, robotics component engineering, and intelligent mobility systems.
• Strong expertise in actuators, servo systems, motion control, embedded electronics, sensors, and integrated mechatronic architectures.
• Hands-on exposure to complex robotic platforms and high-precision motion systems.
• Proven experience in leading end-to-end product development (concept to commercialization).
• Demonstrated ability to define technology roadmaps and drive innovation initiatives.
• Experience in managing large, multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of system integration (mechanical, electrical, electronics, and software).
• Exposure to automotive / EV / automation industry standards and global compliance frameworks.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution capability and business alignment.