Head of Electrical Engineering

About the Role :

To lead the engineering function for automotive connectors and interconnect components , driving innovation, new product development, and technology leadership while ensuring compliance with global automotive standards. The role focuses on delivering cost-effective, reliable, and high-performance solutions for OEM and Tier-1 customers, supporting the organization’s growth in the evolving EV and connected mobility ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities :

Product & Technology Development

Drive new product development (NPD) for automotive connectors, terminals, and interconnect solutions.

Oversee design of high-voltage connectors, signal connectors, sealing systems, housings, and contact technologies.

Lead design validation & testing : thermal, vibration, durability, electrical load, environmental.

Process & Manufacturing Support

Partner with manufacturing teams on injection molding, stamping, plating, and assembly processes.

Support APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, and DVP&R activities.

Champion design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-to-cost initiatives

Customer & Market Interface

Act as the primary engineering interface with global OEMs and Tier-1s.

Translate customer specifications into product designs .

Drive value engineering and cost competitiveness programs.

Leadership & Team Building

Lead a cross-functional engineering team (design, simulation, testing, prototyping).

Develop technical competencies in next-gen automotive interconnect technologies (high-voltage, high-speed data, EV charging).

Mentor and build a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement .

Candidate Criteria

Education

B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering or M.Tech / MBA (preferred, but not mandatory).

Experience

20–25 years of overall experience in automotive manufacturing components .

Minimum 10–12 years in connectors, terminals, interconnect devices .

At least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing engineering / product development teams.

Proven experience in end-to-end product lifecycle : design, validation, testing, and industrialization.

Technical Expertise

Strong knowledge of connector & terminal design (plastic housings, metal contacts, sealing systems).

Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes : injection molding, stamping, plating, and assembly.

Familiarity with automotive standards : USCAR, LV214, ISO 8092, IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP.

Proficiency in CAD / PLM tools (CATIA, NX, Creo).

Exposure to high-voltage connectors, EV charging systems, and high-speed data interconnects (preferred).

Leadership & Managerial Skills

Ability to build and lead high-performance engineering teams .

Strong stakeholder management with OEMs and Tier-1 customers .

Strategic thinking with focus on innovation, cost competitiveness, and quality .

Excellent communication, decision-making, and project management skills.

Personal Attributes

Visionary mindset with passion for automotive technology and future mobility .

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global, and cross-cultural environment .