Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Safety Validation Plan preparation: 1) Preparing Vehicle level safety validation time plan according to Vehicle development plan and Project Dafety Teargets 2) Preparing Vehicle level Safety DVP for safety development during various stages of development.3) Exposure to Safety Budget Preparation would be added advantage

Safety Benchmarking & Concept Evaluation: 1) Carrying out detailed benchmarking from Safety perspective 2) Providing early inputs on Safety parameters like Restraint configuration, Front end spaces, Sub systems specs like Seating systems, Steering columns, Front Bumper, BIW, IP etc 

Safety Testing and Validation: 1) Crash test Spec preparation 2) Co ordinating with project team in test vehicle build 3) Co ordinating Safety tests 4) Test data analysis and report preparation with action plan for improvement  
AIRBAG ECU Calibration: 1) Exposure to Airbag ECU calibration will be expected 

CAD capability: Brief exposure to Design and drafting in CatiaV5 R21.

CFT Exposure: 1) Ability to work closely with CAE team to understand simulation reports and support in calibration activity 2) Work closely with other subsystems like BIW/IP/Seating systems/Steering systems/Restraints and contribution of same in vehicle safety performance 3) Work closely with homologation team in vehicle Safety certification tests 4) Work closely with Project team to ensure crash vehicle-built quality and engineering content

Vehicle Safety Performance
Vehicle level and System level Crash testing
Vehicle Safety Protocols - AIS/NCAP/ECE Safety Regulations
Safety Testing Data Analysis
Restraints Systems Analysis and Integration

Experience

The ideal candidate for this position should have 6-8 years of experience in vehicle safety tests, restraint tuning, DVP for safety development, airbag ECU calibration, and proficiency in safety test data analysis tools such as Diadem, PC Crash, and Motion View. Proficiency in Catia V5, Teamcenter Engineering, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up is also required.

Industry Preferred

Experience in automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers is highly preferred for this role, as it involves working closely with industry-leading organizations like Tata Motors, Suzuki, Renault Nissan, Ford, Autoliv, TRW, among others. Knowledge of the automotive sector's safety standards and practices is a valuable asset for this position.

Qualifications

The qualifications for this role include a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent, with a preference for candidates holding a Master's degree in Engineering. Certification in relevant safety testing processes and tools would be advantageous for candidates applying for this position.

General Requirements

Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment are essential requirements for this position. Effective communication skills, project management abilities, and a commitment to upholding safety standards are key attributes that will contribute to your success as a Lead Engineer-Safety Systems Integration.