Lead Engineer Hood and Fender

JD Format Role M1 Hood & Fender Lead Engineer Visit our website bmwtechworks.in to know more. Follow us on LinkedIn I Instagram I Facebook I X for the exciting updates. About the UNIT/ Unit Overview Digital Product Engineering Location Pune Experience: +8 to 12 yrs Number of openings 1 What awaits you/ Job Profile Lead the development and integration of Hood & Fender systems for the MINI Revo Program . Own component engineering activities from concept development through series production. Provide technical leadership for Hood & Fender design, vehicle integration, and engineering release activities. Drive cross-functional collaboration with styling, CAE, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and supplier teams. Lead design reviews and ensure compliance with functional, regulatory, and manufacturing requirements. Manage engineering changes, risk assessments, issue resolution, and technical decision-making throughout the development cycle. Ensure achievement of quality, cost, weight, timing, and performance targets. Guide and mentor engineers within the team, supporting technical growth and project execution. Support prototype builds, validation activities, and vehicle-level problem-solving. Interface with global stakeholders and contribute to strategic engineering initiatives within BMW Group programs. What should you bring along 8-12 years of experience in Automotive Body, Closures, or Exterior Systems Engineering. Strong expertise in Hood and Fender system development within OEM or automotive engineering environments. Proven experience leading component development teams and managing technical work packages. Excellent understanding of automotive product development processes and engineering release workflows. Strong knowledge of vehicle packaging, integration, and closure system requirements. Experience working with global customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. Sound understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, DFM/DFA, and quality methodologies. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline. Fluent English communication skills; German language skills are an advantage. Must have technical skill Hood & Fender system design and development expertise. Advanced CATIA V5 design proficiency. Sheet metal design, stamping feasibility, and manufacturing process knowledge. Vehicle packaging and component integration know-how. Gap & Flush management and tolerance stack-up analysis. GD&T application and technical drawing interpretation. DFMEA, DVP&R, and Engineering Change Management. Root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation. Supplier technical management and design reviews. Vehicle validation, testing, and issue resolution activities. Project planning and engineering delivery management. Technical risk assessment and quality target achievement. Good to have Technical skills BMW Group or premium OEM product development experience. German language proficiency (A1/A2/B1 or higher) is an added advantage. Knowledge of PDM/PLM tools and engineering release processes. Experience with aluminum and lightweight hood design concepts. Understanding of pedestrian protection regulations and hood safety requirements. Exposure to CAE-driven design validation and optimization. Cost Optimization / Design-to-Cost methodologies. Tooling feasibility, die development, and manufacturing engineering exposure. Experience in supplier development and supplier technical reviews. Knowledge of vehicle launch support and industrialization activities. Exposure to complete vehicle integration and cross-functional project coordination. Understanding of automotive quality processes such as APQP, PPAP, and Problem Resolution Management. Familiarity with BMW development processes, standards, and documentation systems. Agile project management and structured automotive development methodologies. Experience working in global engineering teams and multicultural environments.