Die Design Head - HPDC | GDC | LPDC

Company Description Minda Corporation Limited, the flagship company of the Spark Minda Group, is a leading automotive component manufacturer in India with a strong pan-India presence and growing international footprint. Incorporated in 1985, the company offers a diversified product portfolio spanning Mechatronics, Information & Connected Systems, Plastics & Interiors, and Electronics for a wide range of vehicles, including 2/3 wheelers, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, off-roaders, and the aftermarket. Its customer base includes both Indian and global original equipment manufacturers and Tier-1 customers. Minda Corporation invests in dedicated R&D facilities and strategic collaborations with global automotive leaders to assimilate advanced technologies and meet stringent international quality standards. The group is active in multiple business areas such as Security Systems, Die Casting, Starter Motors & Alternators, Wiring Harnesses, Instrument Clusters & Sensors, Antenna Systems, Interiors & Plastics, Aftermarket, Electric Vehicle, and Connected Systems.
Role Description The Die Design Head - HPDC | GDC | LPDC role is a full-time, on-site position based in Pune District. The role involves leading the design and development of dies for High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC), Gravity Die Casting (GDC), and Low Pressure Die Casting (LPDC) components, ensuring manufacturability, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The Die Design Head will oversee design teams, allocate projects, review and approve design concepts, and ensure that designs comply with customer specifications, safety standards, and internal guidelines. Daily responsibilities include coordinating with cross-functional teams (production, quality, tooling, and R&D), managing design iterations, conducting design reviews, and resolving technical issues related to die performance and casting quality. The position also includes vendor and customer interaction for technical discussions, continuous improvement of die design processes, and mentoring team members in best practices and new technologies in casting design.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Design Management skills, including team leadership, project planning, and cross-functional coordination.
• Candidates should possess Visual Design and Product Design skills to create functional, precise, and optimized die designs for HPDC, GDC, and LPDC applications.
• Candidates should possess Branding and Interior Design awareness to align product aesthetics and functional requirements with OEM expectations, where relevant.
• Candidates should possess expertise in die casting design principles, CAD/CAE tools (such as CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, or similar), and simulation software for casting and tooling analysis.
• Candidates should possess a strong understanding of automotive components, materials used in die casting, manufacturing processes, and quality standards (e.g., APQP, PPAP, ISO/TS or IATF standards).
• Candidates should possess excellent problem-solving