Sr.Engineer - Seatings CoE

Date: 19 May 2026

Location:

Chennai, Chennai-MRV-AD, IN

Company: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Role Summary

The Engineer – Seating System supports end‑to‑end seating system design and development activities in alignment with OEM program milestones. The role focuses on CAD design, drawing and BOM release, validation support, and close coordination with cross‑functional and supplier teams to ensure quality and timely implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Understand and execute project requirements as per OEM product development gateway systems.
Support seating system engineering activities from project kick‑off to implementation, including QFD, benchmarking, feature analysis, design, and validation support.
Create, modify, and release CAD models and drawings in coordination with the System Engineer.
Provide CAD support for engineering proposals in consultation with internal teams and suppliers.
Prepare and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM).
Support CDMM and implementation teams in part development, tooling understanding, and quality initiatives.
Assist in CAE and physical validation activities.

Mandatory Skills & Competencies

CAD Modeling (Expertise in CATIA V5)
Design Optimization
BOM Preparation
Sheet metal and plastic component design
Knowledge of tooling and manufacturability
Experience with Engineering Data Management / PLM systems
Exposure to global seating engineering requirements (structure, foam, trim)

Experience

3 to 5 years relevant to seat system

Industry Preferred

Automotive OEM or Tier 1

Qualifications

• Graduate (BE/BTech) in Mechanical

General Requirements

• Graduation score > 80%
• Preferably from Premier Institutes
• Strong coordination, documentation, and problem solving skills

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.