Sustaining Engineering - Product Development

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
In-Office
Entry level
Automotive
The Role
Lead sustaining and product engineering for automotive low- and high-voltage connectors, electrical centers, seals, HSCA, and terminals. Develop MCAD designs in Siemens NX, create drawings and BOMs, apply GD&T and tolerance analysis, and support validation, CT scan evaluation, PPAP, and test reporting. Manage engineering changes, investigate field failures, perform root-cause analysis, and drive design improvements, cost optimization, manufacturability, and issue resolution with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, and quality teams.
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About Aptiv

Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener and more connected solutions, which enable the future of mobility. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Aptiv has 160,000 employees and operates 14 technical centers, as well as manufacturing sites and customer support centers, in 44 countries. Visit aptiv.com

Today, our mission is to shape the world with more safer, greener and more connected solutions that's changing the world. We are dedicated to bringing the next generation of autonomous vehicles, smart cities and connectivity to life.

Aptiv Connection Systems, Chennai Engineering Center in Chennai, India established in 2001 catering complete product development solutions right from concept design till validation testing to global OEMs. Located in Chennai city, the southern part of India which is known as an automotive hub of India.

Core Strengths

  • Lead the end‑to‑end Product Engineering solutions for Flow 5 activity, Processing Product Validation and Test Matrix according to the OEM Specifications for Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) Connectors, Electrical centers, Seals, HSCA and Terminals.

  • Perform hands‑on MCAD design using Siemens NX, including development of complex 3D parts, large assemblies, detailed 2D drawings, specifications, and BOMs for electro‑mechanical systems.

  • Interpret engineering drawings and specifications, effectively communicating design intent to manufacturing and quality teams.

  • Apply GD&T, tolerance stack‑up analysis, and packaging constraints to ensure dimensional accuracy and seamless integration of electrical and mechanical interfaces

  • Support Production Validation (PV) and IR Evaluation using CT Scan by analyzing test results and implementing corrective and preventive design actions.

  • Demonstrate hands-on expertise in Engineering Change Requests (ECR), Engineering Change Notices (ECN), field failure investigations, and root cause analysis to drive timely and effective product improvements.

  • Lead sustaining engineering initiatives by driving continuous improvement, cost optimization, design enhancements, and issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle to ensure quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction

 

Skills Required

  • Engineering Drawings                                                   * Cross-Functional Collaboration,

  • Product Validation and Test Plan,                           * DFM, DFA and DFMEA Knowledge,

  • Product Functional Knowledge,                               * VGM Software

  • Plastic and Sheet Metal Design,                              * Knowledge in OEM specs.,     

  • Data Handling in Multiple portals                           * Bill of Design (BOD)

 

Accountability & Ownership on projects

  • Responsible for the Product Engineering and Validation of automotive LV and HV connectors, EC, Seals, HSCA and Terminals, delivering Test Reports to the Customers according to the OEM Specifications

  • The role includes hands‑on CAD development using Siemens NX, application of GD&T, Tolerance stack-up analysis, IR Evaluation using CT Scan, PVTP Preparation, Sample ordering, TR Creation, Test Report release and PPAP support

  • The engineer ensures compliance with automotive safety, Tooling feasibility and manufacturability requirements while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams and suppliers to support
    validation, production launch and field issue resolution.

  • Effectively coordinate and communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams to drive project activities, resolve technical issues, and ensure timely completion of deliverables in line with project milestones

What we offer

  • Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities

  • Competitive health benefits

  • Learning and development environment

  • Innovation opportunities and recognitions

  • Opportunities to collaborate with global talents

Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Skills Required

  • Experience with engineering drawings
  • Product validation and test plan experience
  • Product functional knowledge
  • DFM, DFA, and DFMEA knowledge
  • Plastic and sheet metal design experience
  • Knowledge of OEM specifications
  • Bill of Design knowledge
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • VGM Software knowledge
  • Data handling across multiple portals
  • Hands-on Siemens NX MCAD design experience
  • GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis experience
  • Production validation and CT scan infrared evaluation experience
  • Engineering Change Request and Engineering Change Notice experience
  • Field failure investigation and root-cause analysis experience
  • PPAP support experience
  • Customer, supplier, and cross-functional team coordination experience

APTIV Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about APTIV and has not been reviewed or approved by APTIV.

  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with company contribution and competitive matching is described as a notable component of the total rewards package. Equity participation and performance bonuses are also positioned as part of long-term and variable compensation.
  • Healthcare Strength Core coverage is portrayed as broad, spanning medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Mental health resources and an Employee Assistance Program are also included as part of wellness support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays, paid sick days, and flexible time-off policies are included in the benefits mix. Flexible scheduling and remote-work programs further support time management and personal needs.

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