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Platform Engineering Head

Date:  20 Aug 2026
Location: 

Chennai, Chennai-MRV-AD, IN

Company:  Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

System-Level Target Deployment

  • Translate vehicle-level TCP targets into detailed system-level targets.
  • Gather feasibility inputs from CoEs, PPH and PMH covering engineering, manufacturing, supplier capability and cost considerations.
  • Incorporate project risk assessments related to performance and reliability from the Build & Validation CoE.
  • Align target planning with resource availability and project schedules through inputs from PPM.

Delivery of Committed Targets

  • Drive achievement of both system-level and vehicle-level TCP targets by ensuring:

    • Timely release of drawings by CoEs, incorporating manufacturing, supplier and service feedback while minimizing design reopenings.
    • Evaluation and implementation of feasible engineering solutions for closure of ORCs and concerns raised by support CoEs and laboratories.
    • Achievement of product and process cost targets.
    • Timely engineering decisions on key deliverables such as L0/L1 drawings, vehicle packaging, CAD data and VP design approvals, ensuring quality, cost optimization and minimum deviations.
    • Completion of technical sign-offs by CoEs, ensuring suppliers selected are capable of meeting defined TCP requirements.
    • Effective integration of all vehicle systems in collaboration with VA&VI.
    • Development and recommendation of technical risk mitigation plans to the CPH.
  • Ensure all TCP trade-offs remain aligned with platform objectives by:

    • Evaluating trade-offs across systems and CoEs.
    • Reallocating TCP targets within predefined limits to prevent overall platform-level deviations.
  • Complete engineering sign-off and facilitate seamless project handover to Manufacturing and PVE for launch readiness.

Deviation Management

  • Escalate TCP deviations requiring management approval to the CPH.
  • Ensure comprehensive impact assessment, robust justification and high-quality reporting for all deviation requests.

Experience

More than 15 years

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

BE/ ME (Electrical and Electronics)

General Requirements

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.


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