Vehicle Chief Engineer

VinFast - a member of Vingroup – envisioned to drive the movement of the global smart electric vehicle revolution. Established in 2017, VinFast owns a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing complex with globally leading scalability that boasts up to 90% automation in Hai Phong, Vietnam.

Strongly committed to the mission for a sustainable future for everyone, VinFast constantly innovates to bring high-quality products, advanced smart services, seamless customer experiences, and pricing strategy for all to inspire global customers to jointly create a future of smart mobility and a sustainable planet. Learn more at: https://vinfastauto.com.

· Lead cross-functional teams in the development and delivery of electric scooter and e-bike programs, from concept to production.
· Own overall vehicle system integration including battery pack, electric motor, controller, BMS, chassis/frame, and vehicle electronics.
· Plan, direct, and control engineering activities to ensure products meet program targets for timing, cost, Quality, and performance.
· Manage engineering deliverables across the product development process (PDP) and ensure alignment across internal teams, suppliers, and Engineering Service Partners.
· Oversee preparation and release of engineering documentation to support tooling, sourcing, validation, and production launch.
· Ensure compliance with electric two-wheeler regulations, safety standards, and market requirements.
· Manage engineering resources, program budgets, and team workload to achieve project milestones.
· Lead design reviews, program reviews, and technical discussions with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
· Coach and develop engineering team members and support recruitment of technical talent.

Requirements

· Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
· More than 15 years of engineering experience in automotive, EV, or electric two-wheeler product development.
· Strong knowledge of electric powertrain systems including battery packs, motors, controllers, and vehicle electronics.
· 8–10 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional engineering teams and vehicle development programs.
· Experience delivering products through complete development lifecycle (concept → validation → production launch).
· Familiarity with electric two-wheeler regulations and homologation requirements is preferred.
· Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced development environments.