About MBRDI:
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI), headquartered in Bengaluru with a satellite office in Pune, is the largest R&D center for Mercedes-Benz Group AG outside of Germany. Our mission is to drive innovation and excellence in automotive engineering, digitalization, and sustainable mobility solutions, shaping the future of mobility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, update, and maintain technical documents, design guidelines, and process documentation for Body in White product and process areas.

• Provide technical assistance to BTVs, MGS, and Konstruktion teams for effective technical decision-making related to product and process topics.

• Lead technical/design reviews and provide approvals for concepts in alignment with Daimler processes and standards.

• Drive problem-solving methodologies, capture lessons learned, and institutionalize best practices across the team.

• Conduct domain-specific technical trainings on Body in White product and process topics to enhance team capability.

• Mentor and coach team members to strengthen technical competency and support overall team development.

• Drive VA/VE initiatives focused on cost optimization, weight reduction, and value addition, while proposing potential ideas to business partners.

• Identify opportunities for product and process improvement, standardization, innovation, and benchmarking through product tear-down activities.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of Body in White product design, process, assembly, and fixturing.

• Hands-on experience with Siemens NX for product design and concept development.

• Knowledge of engineering tools and systems such as EC, DIALOG, BIW Template, Kosten, MDS, and KTO.

• Strong understanding of GD&T, design guidelines, manufacturing feasibility, and product development processes.

• Experience in technical documentation, design reviews, concept approvals, and process standardization.

• Ability to drive technical problem solving, innovation topics, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Strong communication, stakeholder management, mentoring, and collaboration skills.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Additional certifications in Design, GD&T, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Project Management will be an added advantage.

Preferred Qualifications (Good to Have):

• Experience in Body in White design and development within the automotive industry.

• Exposure to Daimler/Mercedes-Benz engineering processes, systems, and documentation standards.

• Experience in working with global stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and international engineering partners.

• Knowledge of VA/VE, benchmarking, product tear-down, cost optimization, and weight reduction initiatives.

• Ability to support recruitment and hiring activities from a technical evaluation perspective.

• Experience in prototype development and technical validation activities.

Behavioral Parameters:

The role requires demonstration of LS2020 leadership principles:

• Driven to Win: Strive to be the best in all technical and process deliverables.

• Agility: Adapt quickly to changing business, technology, and process requirements.

• Customer Orientation: Deliver solutions that create value for internal and external customers.

• Co-Creation: Collaborate effectively with business partners, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.

• Empowerment: Trust, inspire, mentor, and enable team members to perform at their best.

• Learning: Learn continuously, actively seek feedback, and support knowledge sharing.

• Pioneering Spirit: Explore innovative ideas and drive future-focused technical solutions.

• Purpose: Lead with clarity, ownership, and meaningful contribution to organizational goals.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose-driven organization that is shaping the future of mobility.

• Work on global Body in White engineering topics and advanced automotive product development.

• Collaborate with experienced engineering teams, global stakeholders, and business partners.

• Drive innovation, standardization, value engineering, and technical excellence.

• Access world-class infrastructure, learning opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At MBRDI, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, background, or ability.