Vehicle Integration Leader (DGM/GM)

Position: General Manager/ Deputy General Manager

Function: Vehicle Integration

Department: Mechanical

Location: Hyderabad, India

Work Model: 6 days, work from office (Second Saturday off)

Qualifications

• B.E./ B.Tech/ M.E/ M.Tech in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• 12-17 years experience in Automotive OEMs or Tier-1s
• Strong background in Vehicle Integration, Mechanical Design & Commercial vehicle platforms
• Experience with CMVR/ AIS regulations
• Proven leadership in cross-functional engineering teams

Role Overview

We are looking for a senior engineering leader to own end-to-end vehicle integration for Cabin, Trim parts and chassis for LCV and HCV. This role will drive regulatory compliance, component packaging, cross-functional execution, and localization initiatives for Electric commercial vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

Vehicle Integration and Design leadership:

• Own mechanical vehicle integration across cabin, chassis, trim parts and load body systems
• Lead system-level packaging of components ensuring manufacturability, serviceability, and compliance
• Drive engineering decision-making across concepts, design freeze, validation, and SOP stages
• Regulatory & Compliance:
• Ensure vehicle designs and components meet CMVR/ AIS/ relevant Indian automotive regulations
• Coordinate with Homologation team, requirements & design team

Program & Timeline Ownership:

• Plan & track project timelines, milestones, and engineering deliverables
• Identify risks early and drive mitigation plans to avoid schedule slippages
• Support leadership with program status and readiness reviews

Cross- Functional coordination:

• Act as the single point owner coordinating with: E&E, Powertrain, Mechanical design, SCM, Homologation
• Drive alignment across stakeholders for project goals, engineering changes and releases

Validation & Testing:

• Review and approve component and system validation plans
• Ensure timely completion of DVP, testing, and signoffs with stakeholders
• Support issue resolution during testing, trials, and pilot builds

Localization & Cost Optimization:

• Lead localization of components aligned with PM E-drive/ government schemes
• Work closely with NPD/Sourcing teams for target alignment, supplier design alignment & development
• Balance quality & performance during localization decisions

Required Skills:

• Vehicle architecture & mechanical packaging
• Regulatory compliance & homologation readiness
• Program management & execution discipline
• Team leadership & mentoring

Who this role is ideal for:

• Senior engineering leaders ready to step into DGM/ GM roles
• Professionals with strong OEM mindset and execution rigor
• Candidates interested in fast-growing EV company & ecosystem