Vehicle Chief Engineer (2W)

Posted 23 Days Ago
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Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, IND
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Automotive • Retail • Transportation • Manufacturing
The Role
Lead cross-functional teams in developing electric scooters and e-bikes, oversee system integration, manage engineering activities, ensure compliance with regulations, and coach team members.
Summary Generated by Built In

VinFast - a member of Vingroup – envisioned to drive the movement of the global smart electric vehicle revolution. Established in 2017, VinFast owns a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing complex with globally leading scalability that boasts up to 90% automation in Hai Phong, Vietnam. 

Strongly committed to the mission for a sustainable future for everyone, VinFast constantly innovates to bring high-quality products, advanced smart services, seamless customer experiences, and pricing strategy for all to inspire global customers to jointly create a future of smart mobility and a sustainable planet. Learn more at: https://vinfastauto.com.


·       Lead cross-functional teams in the development and delivery of electric scooter and e-bike programs, from concept to production.
·       Own overall vehicle system integration including battery pack, electric motor, controller, BMS, chassis/frame, and vehicle electronics.
·       Plan, direct, and control engineering activities to ensure products meet program targets for timing, cost, Quality, and performance.
·       Manage engineering deliverables across the product development process (PDP) and ensure alignment across internal teams, suppliers, and Engineering Service Partners.
·       Oversee preparation and release of engineering documentation to support tooling, sourcing, validation, and production launch.
·       Ensure compliance with electric two-wheeler regulations, safety standards, and market requirements.
·       Manage engineering resources, program budgets, and team workload to achieve project milestones.
·       Lead design reviews, program reviews, and technical discussions with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
·       Coach and develop engineering team members and support recruitment of technical talent.



Requirements
·    Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
·    More than 15 years of engineering experience in automotive, EV, or electric two-wheeler product development.
·    Strong knowledge of electric powertrain systems including battery packs, motors, controllers, and vehicle electronics.
·    8–10 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional engineering teams and vehicle development programs.
·    Experience delivering products through complete development lifecycle (concept → validation → production launch).
·    Familiarity with electric two-wheeler regulations and homologation requirements is preferred.
·    Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced development environments.

 



Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or related field
  • More than 15 years of engineering experience in automotive, EV, or electric two-wheeler product development
  • 8-10 years of leadership experience managing cross-functional engineering teams
  • Experience delivering products through complete development lifecycle
  • Familiarity with electric two-wheeler regulations and homologation requirements
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in fast-paced development environments
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The Company
29,878 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

VinFast is a Vietnamese multinational automotive manufacturer, established in 2017, that designs and manufactures electric vehicles (EVs), e-scooters, and e-buses. It is part of Vingroup, one of Vietnam's largest conglomerates.

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