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 bring 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 automotive hub of India.
Major Accountabilities:
Own the end‑to‑end design, development, and release of automotive Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) electrical centers, including
fuse boxes, power distribution units, HV junction boxes, and related assemblies.
Perform hands‑on MCAD design using Siemens NX, including creation and maintenance of 3D part and assembly models, large assemblies,
detailed 2D drawings, specifications, and BOMs for mechanical and electromechanical 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 proper integration of complex
electrical and mechanical interfaces.
Ensure designs comply with automotive requirements for thermal performance, electrical safety, sealing (IP ratings), vibration, and durability.
Drive Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, and Test (DFM/DFA/DFT) in collaboration with manufacturing engineering, tooling teams, and
suppliers.
Manage design release and configuration control through established ECR/ECN processes, ensuring data accuracy, traceability, and revision
control.
Support Design Validation (DV) and Production Validation (PV) activities by reviewing test results and implementing corrective and preventive
design actions.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with electrical, CAE, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and supplier teams to resolve technical, production,
and launch issues.
Support supplier technical reviews, tooling development, PPAP activities, and production launch readiness.
Apply prototyping techniques to develop and evaluate physical prototypes for design validation and testing.
EDUCATION
(Qualifications obtained in the course of formal education and/or training) -
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering stream.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Minimum 8 to 12 years of experience in the Connector / Automotive / Complex plastic / sheet metal Product Design and Development.
Traits we seek
A curious engineer who owns the task and acts with urgency in meeting the organizational objectives.
Demonstrating by example.
An effective communicator, actively collaborates with Hardware and System teams of internal and external in nature.
Drive for changes with high level of ownership to win as a team.
Problem solving and critical thinking capabilities, inquisitiveness to learn continuously with growth mindset.
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
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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.
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.
