Design Engineer

Key Performance Indicators

• The Sunroof System Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, validation, and release of automotive sunroof systems, including panoramic roofs, spoiler roofs, and related mechatronic components. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and OEM stakeholders to ensure the sunroof system meets functional, quality, cost, timing, and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and manage sunroof system requirements from concept to production.

• Lead design and integration activities for:

1. Sunroof module

2. Glass panels

3. Frame assemblies

4. Drive mechanisms

5. Wind deflectors

6. Motors and controllers

7. Water management systems

• Coordinate with suppliers for component development, design reviews, and issue resolution.

• Perform DFMEA, DVP&R, and risk assessments.

• Analyze and resolve design, manufacturing, and field quality issues.

• Support CAD package reviews and packaging studies.

• Ensure compliance with OEM specifications, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.

• Participate in prototype builds, testing, and validation activities.

• Track engineering changes and release documentation through PLM systems. Support vehicle integration and launch activities.

• Single Point contact as part owner for suppliers & other departments. Coordination with departments like QA, pilot hall, Purchasing & Development for product optimization and issue resolution.

• Responsible to provide technical input to suppliers and plant colleagues to meet product requirement ensuring right material, process and functionality of the product.

• Create 3D data, 2D drawings, PDM, TLD, DFMEA, DFM, DFA, DFS and other documentation. Upload the documentation in IT systems, for releasing.

• Evolve, in pre-development to the hand over phase of components/systems for what concern technical solutions and corresponding performance, timing and cost targets.

• Candidate should have executed at least couple of related engineering projects throughout the product lifecycle.

Educational Qualification  B.E., in Mechanical or Production or Industrial Engineering (college of technology / university OR Post Diploma / Diploma in Mechanical or Production or Industrial Engineering (college of technology / university

No. of years of work experience  6 to 10 YearsRole & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile