Posted 04 June, 2026
Project Leader - Door Panels
VARITE INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Pune, Maharashtra, IN
Full Time
Reference: 26-32095-2522-2
Company Name: VARITE India Private Limited
About The Client:
Client is a global technology solution and services leader providing business-friendly solutions, that enable future-readiness for clients. We seamlessly bring together digital expertise, strong industry-specific alliances, and deep domain expertise from ITC Group businesses. Our solutions and services are focused on Banking and financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Travel and Hospitality. ITC Infotech is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ITC Ltd, one of India’s most admired companies.
About The Job:
Technical Skills & Expertise: Professional Experience:
How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to respond/submit their updated resumes, and for additional job opportunities, please visit Jobs In India – VARITE.
Unlock Rewards: Refer Candidates and Earn.
If you're not available or interested in this opportunity, please pass this along to anyone in your network who might be a good fit and interested in our open positions. VARITE offers a Candidate Referral program, where you'll receive a one-time referral bonus based on the following scale if the referred candidate completes a three-month assignment with VARITE.
Experience Level Bonus Referral:
About VARITE: VARITE is a global staffing and IT consulting company providing technical consulting and team augmentation services to Fortune 500 Companies in USA, UK, CANADA and INDIA. VARITE is currently a primary and direct vendor to the leading corporations in the verticals of Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware and Software, Digital Marketing and Media Solutions, Clinical Diagnostics, Utilities, Gaming and Entertainment, and Financial Services.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
VARITE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About The Client:
Client is a global technology solution and services leader providing business-friendly solutions, that enable future-readiness for clients. We seamlessly bring together digital expertise, strong industry-specific alliances, and deep domain expertise from ITC Group businesses. Our solutions and services are focused on Banking and financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Travel and Hospitality. ITC Infotech is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ITC Ltd, one of India’s most admired companies.
About The Job:
- We are seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer – Cockpits with strong expertise in automotive interior systems, product development, and project management.
- The role is responsible for leading end-to-end development and industrialization of cockpits, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, organizational standards, and global program timelines for quality, cost, and delivery.
- Lead end-to-end development of Cockpits, acting as the primary engineering interface with customers in collaboration with global teams
- Define and develop product designs and manufacturing processes aligned with customer specifications and Group standards
- Coordinate and execute validation testing (DVP&R) to ensure structural integrity and safety standards are met, including Airbag deployment study, vibration and environmental testing
- Ensure technical feasibility, design convergence, and validation through close coordination with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams
- System integration, such as HVAC ducts, steering columns, and electronics (instrument clusters, displays) into the Cockpits.
- Manage and maintain program documentation within Product Data Management (PDM) systems
- Execute development activities in line with organizational protocols and Program Management System (PMS) guidelines
- Lead supplier development activities, including tooling development, process validation, and industrialization readiness
- Coordinate effectively with suppliers and plant teams during product development and launch phases
- Ensure supplier quality assurance for prototypes, tooling, and production processes
- Drive and support APQP activities, including PFMEA, DFMEA, DFM/DFA, and tolerance stack-up analysis
- Lead costing and value engineering initiatives, including techno-commercial discussions and supplier negotiations
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, cost optimization, and manufacturabilit
Technical Skills & Expertise:
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Strong hands-on experience in Covering technologies, including:
- IMGL (In-Mold Grain Lamination)
- Slush molding
- Cut & Sew
- Lamination processes
- Experience with decorative technologies such as IMD/IMF
- Proven capability to independently lead DFMEA activities with cross-functional teams and customers
- Knowledge of product packaging concepts (finished and semi-finished goods)
- Experience with Benchmarking / VA-VE
- Knowledge of sustainability materials or lightweighting (increasingly valued)
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Exposure to:
- Injection tooling and 2K molding
- Plastic welding technologies (vibration, ultrasonic, hot plate, etc.)
- Assembly processes and production lines
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, Industrial, or related discipline)
- Relevant 8–12 years of experience in automotive interiors, specifically Cockpit development (Minimum 3 + Complete Cockpits Programs Experience )
- Proven experience managing programs from RFQ to SOP (Start of Production)
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams and manage global interfaces
- Strong background across the complete product development lifecycle, from concept to launch
- Experience in automotive OEM/Tier-1 environments preferred
- DFMEA & PFMEA
- GD&T and tolerance analysis
- Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Change management and customer-specific engineering systems
- Engineering documentation and configuration management
- Familiarity with engineering data systems and analytical tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
- Supplier management and negotiation capability
- Ability to collaborate in cross-functional and multicultural environments
- High ownership, accountability, and result orientation
- Proficiency in German language (Level B1 and above)
- CAD Tools: Vis -View, CATIA, UG
- MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint
- Teamcenter PLM software
How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to respond/submit their updated resumes, and for additional job opportunities, please visit Jobs In India – VARITE.
Unlock Rewards: Refer Candidates and Earn.
If you're not available or interested in this opportunity, please pass this along to anyone in your network who might be a good fit and interested in our open positions. VARITE offers a Candidate Referral program, where you'll receive a one-time referral bonus based on the following scale if the referred candidate completes a three-month assignment with VARITE.
Experience Level Bonus Referral:
| 0-2 years | INR 5,000 |
| 2-6 years | INR 7,500 |
| 6+ years | INR 10,000 |
About VARITE: VARITE is a global staffing and IT consulting company providing technical consulting and team augmentation services to Fortune 500 Companies in USA, UK, CANADA and INDIA. VARITE is currently a primary and direct vendor to the leading corporations in the verticals of Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware and Software, Digital Marketing and Media Solutions, Clinical Diagnostics, Utilities, Gaming and Entertainment, and Financial Services.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
VARITE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
