Job description
Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
Exterior Package & Architecture
- Lead the development of vehicle exterior package architecture from concept to production.
- Define and optimize exterior package layouts while balancing styling intent, engineering feasibility, aerodynamics, pedestrian protection, manufacturability, serviceability, cost, and quality , Skateboard Architecture.
- Establish packaging strategies for exterior systems including bumpers, fenders, hood, tailgate, grille, lighting, mirrors, roof systems, wheel arch claddings, and exterior trims.
- Ensure compliance with vehicle platform requirements, regulatory standards, and manufacturing constraints.
- Resolve packaging conflicts through cross-functional engineering collaboration.
Master Sections Development
- Develop, maintain, and govern exterior master sections across vehicle programs.
- Define section standards for critical interfaces between BIW and exterior components.
- Establish dimensional strategies, interface requirements, gap and flush targets, and joining concepts.
- Maintain master section documentation and ensure engineering adherence throughout the development process.
- Support modular platform development and standardization initiatives.
Exterior System Integration
- Lead integration of exterior components to achieve robust fit, finish, functionality, and aesthetic quality.
- Coordinate interfaces between Styling, BIW, Lighting, Sealing, Closures, Aerodynamics, and Manufacturing teams.
- Ensure packaging feasibility during concept, digital development, and production phases , Perceived Quality .
- Drive engineering trade-off studies to optimize weight, cost, performance, and manufacturability.
Vehicle Packaging & Engineering
- Perform packaging studies to ensure compliance with vehicle dimensions, visibility requirements, closure clearances, pedestrian protection, crash requirements, and serviceability.
- Support benchmark studies and incorporate competitive best practices into exterior architecture.
- Participate in Digital Mock-Up (DMU) reviews and vehicle package assessments.
- Validate interface compatibility throughout product development.
- Mentor and guide engineers on exterior packaging methodologies, master section development, and integration practices.
- Standardize exterior packaging processes, master section methodologies, and engineering guidelines.
- Contribute to platform architecture strategies and modular vehicle development.
- Promote best practices, design reuse, and engineering efficiency across programs.
Experience
- Experience across complete vehicle development cycles from concept to production.
- Experience with global OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers is preferred.
Industry Preferred
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 12–14 years of experience in Automotive Exterior Engineering, Vehicle Packaging, or Vehicle Architecture.
- Strong expertise in Exterior Master Sections and Package Architecture.