Product Excellence Engineer (India)

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Division R&D Department EV Electronics Level Ex Functional Area EV Electronics Design 1 Job Title Product Excellence Engineer 2 Reporting Functional reporting to Leadership, R&D – Electronics 3 Background i) Educational Qualification Essential: B.E/ B Tech in Electrical/Electronics, M Tech in Electrical/Electronics is preferred; Min. 70% score required at all levels of education ii) Experience Minimum: 6 Maximum: 15 iii) Age Limit Minimum: 27 Maximum: 40 4 Job Role & Responsibilities Role: EV Product Excellence Engineer Technical/ Functional: Own end-to-end product quality and reliability performance of EV controllers from development through field operation. Design and develop electronics systems including Motor control unit, DCDC converters, BMS, Charger, Vehicle control unit etc. Proven experience in end-to-end product development, from initial requirements to production, with a deep understanding of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies. Create detailed design documentation, schematics, and PCB layouts. Experience developing hardware design that meets EMI/EMC requirements, well versed with or ability to interpret various industry standards. Ability to analyse schematics, PCB layouts, component failures, and perform circuit-level debugging using lab equipment. Lead end-to-end failure analysis of EV controllers and drive root cause investigations using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, FMEA, FTA, Fishbone, and RCA. Analyze field, warranty, manufacturing, and vehicle log data to identify trends, recurring issues, and reliability concerns. Drive and track implementation of robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) in collaboration with Design, Validation, Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality teams. Own product quality and reliability performance, present technical status to management, drive review meetings, and ensure timely closure of quality issues throughout the product lifecycle. Coordinate with Design, Validation, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Service, and suppliers to drive issue containment, root cause identification, corrective actions, and closure. Support audits and assessments related to design quality, product reliability, and process compliance. Proficient in MS Office applications, data analysis, reporting, and quality management tools. 5 Competency Requirements Behavioural: Strong ownership mindset with ability to drive analysis independently. Hands-on, problem-solving approach with high attention to detail. Demonstrates agility while working in fast-paced NPI environments, effectively managing frequent changes and tight timelines. Quality-first mindset aligned with automotive reliability expectations. Strong collaboration and leadership skills with the ability to influence crossfunctional teams and mentor engineers. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Anticipates challenges, takes proactive actions, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Creates and maintains comprehensive technical documentation, process control parameters. Communicates effectively with team members, peers, suppliers, and senior leadership. Specific expertise required for functional area: Proficiency in quality tools, data analysis tools and techniques. Strong understanding of automotive systems, components, and subsystems. Proven experience in product validation, preferably in the automotive industry. Hands-on experience with various testing methodologies and equipment used in automotive validation (e.g., environmental chambers, data acquisition systems, etc.). Understanding of DFMEA, DVP&R, and design documentation standards Strong understanding of DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) methodology. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 6 Likely Sources Bosch, Harman, Philips, Havells, Aptiv, Tata Electronics, Foxconn, Flex Ltd., Jabil, Sanmina, Dixon Technologies, VVDN, Kaynes Technology, SFO Technologies, Syrma SGS Technology, Avalon Technologies, Mefron Technologies, Centum Electronics etc