Lead Engineer- Sensor (Passenger Car Chassis System)

Role

Lead Engineer- Sensor (Passenger Car Chassis System)

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About the UNIT/ Unit Overview 

Digital Product Engineering 

Location

Pune

Experience: 

8-12

Number of openings 

1

What awaits you/ Job Profile 

• You will shape the future BMW vehicles dynamics by bringing brake systems to life through precise CAD modelling, Concept and engineering execution. 
• You will contribute to concept development, CAD engineering, packaging, system integration, validation, and industrialization of chassis sensing systems across global vehicle platforms.
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and release documentation for chassis sensors, brackets, mounting systems, and sensor interfaces.
• Support complete component development from concept phase through series production.
• Collaborate with Vehicle Dynamics, Suspension, Brakes, Steering, ADAS, Functional Safety, E/E Architecture, Testing, Manufacturing, and Supplier Engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with vehicle performance, safety, reliability, durability, functional safety, cybersecurity, weight, cost, and manufacturing requirements.
• Support prototype builds, calibration activities, vehicle integration, testing, validation, and engineering change management activities.

What should you bring along

• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in automotive sensor development, chassis electronics, suspension systems, or vehicle dynamics systems.
• Strong understanding of chassis electronic systems and vehicle dynamics functionality.
• Experience working with OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers in chassis, sensor, or control system development.
• Knowledge of automotive product development processes, engineering release systems, and validation methodologies.
• Experience in cross-functional and global engineering environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in English; German language skills would be an added advantage.

Must have technical skill 

• Design and development of:
• Ride Height Sensors
• Wheel Speed Sensors
• Steering Angle Sensors
• Brake Pressure Sensors
• Yaw Rate Sensors
• Lateral Acceleration Sensors
• Longitudinal Acceleration Sensors
• Suspension Travel Sensors
• Body Acceleration Sensors
• Inertial Measurement Units (IMU)
• Air Suspension Position Sensors
• Chassis Motion Sensors
• Strong understanding of sensor operating principles, sensor architectures, and chassis control requirements.
• Experience defining sensor packaging, mounting locations, environmental protection, and accessibility requirements.
• Understanding of sensor applications within:
• ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
• ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
• DSC (Dynamic Stability Control)
• Traction Control Systems
• Active Suspension Systems
• Adaptive Damping Systems
• Air Suspension Systems
• Rear Wheel Steering
• Torque Vectoring Systems
• Autonomous Driving Functions
• Knowledge of sensor data utilization for vehicle dynamics control algorithms.
• Experience integrating sensors with vehicle control units and chassis electronic modules.
• Strong understanding of:
• Sensor Signal Processing
• Analog & Digital Sensor Outputs
• CAN Communication
• CAN FD
• LIN Communication
• Automotive Ethernet
• Sensor Diagnostics
• Fault Detection Strategies
• Redundant Sensor Architectures
• Experience with ECU integration and network communication validation.
• Knowledge of automotive electrical architectures and E/E system integration.
• Support sensor calibration and vehicle commissioning activities.
• Conduct root cause investigations, 8D activities, and corrective action implementation.
• Create and manage technical specifications and validation plans.
• Support design reviews and technical feasibility assessments.
• Manage engineering releases and change management throughout the development lifecycle.
• Support supplier development and technical coordination activities.

Good to have Technical skills

• CATIA V5/V6 Part Design, Assembly Design, GSD, and Drafting.
• Teamcenter, ENOVIA, or equivalent PLM systems.
• GD&T and Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis.
• CANoe, CANalyzer, INCA, Vehicle Spy, or equivalent diagnostic tools.
• Sensor Calibration and Data Analysis Tools.
• DFMEA, DVP methodologies.
• Functional Safety (ISO 26262) implementation experience.
• Automotive SPICE process awareness.
• Knowledge of AUTOSAR architecture.
• Knowledge of Chassis Control Systems and Vehicle Dynamics Algorithms.
• Root Cause Analysis, 8D, Six Sigma, and Problem-Solving tools.
• ADAS and Autonomous Driving sensor integration experience.
• EV and Hybrid Vehicle chassis electronics development.
• Cybersecurity awareness (ISO/SAE 21434).
• Supplier Management and Technical Leadership experience.
• Experience in global vehicle development programs.