Manager - STA VES CDMM

Date: 23 Feb 2026

Location:

Chakan, Chennai-MRV, IN

Company: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd

Short Description

CDMM – STA Engineer to manage supplier development and technical coordination for automotive lighting components. The role focuses on ensuring on‑time development, quality, and industrialization of lighting parts in collaboration with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Key Responsibilities

Act as the technical interface for lighting suppliers
Support development activities of Exterior lighting and Interior lighting
Drive APQP activities from RFQ to SOP
Ensure PPAP approval and supplier manufacturing readiness
Review tooling, process capability, and industrialization progress
Support quality issue resolution using 8D and root cause analysis
Coordinate with Design, Quality, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Program teams
Manage engineering changes and supplier technical risks
Define and execute Reliability and DVP&R plans; finalize warranty terms with suppliers.
Evaluate suppliers and carry out technical discussions to confirm feasibility.

Required Skills & Knowledge
- Experience with automotive lighting components
- Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans
- Knowledge of injection moulding and plastic parts
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Good supplier coordination and communication skills

Experience

M.E. / M.Tech 4-8 yrs.
B.Tech/ B.E. 6-12 yrs.

Industry Preferred

Preferred Experience

STA / CDMM / Supplier Development role
Automotive OEM or Tier‑1 exposure
Knowledge of IATF 16949 / automotive quality systems

Qualifications

BE / B.Tech
M.E. / M.Tech

General Requirements

Key Competencies

Problem solving & structured thinking
Cross‑functional collaboration
Supplier management
Quality and delivery focus

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants.
Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.