Manager- Proprietary (CLPL- CDMM)

Job Purpose

To develop and industrialize Mechanical Proprietary parts like Mechanical & Electronic Throttle body (MTB & ETB)/Lambda sensor/Electronic Control Unit (ECU)/ Spark plug/ Fuel Pump assy/Injector/ABS system for two-wheelers ensuring quality, durability, cost optimization, and timely project execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Component Development

• Lead end-to-end development of Mechanical Proprietary for 2W applications (Engine and Vehicle parts).


• Work on new product development (NPD), localization, and design change activities.


• Ensure technical specifications, drawings, and manufacturing requirements to be met.

3. Supplier Development

• Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers for Mechanical & Electronic Throttle body (MTB & ETB)/Lambda sensor/Electronic Control Unit (ECU)/ Spark plug/ Fuel Pump assy/Injector.


• Drive APQP, PPAP approvals with suppliers.


• Ensure supplier readiness for mass production.

4. Manufacturing Process Management

• Monitor and optimize key processes:




• Casting, Machining, Electronics PCB, Rubber & Plastic moulding, Tubular parts manufacturing.


• Heat treatment (carburizing, hardening, tempering, nitriding)


• Surface finishing (Plating/painting/powder coating)




• Ensure adherence to process capability (Cp, Cpk).

5. Quality & Validation

• Plan and execute validation activities:




• Metallurgical checks


• Dimensional inspection


• DVP testing & Validation




• Analyse field failures and implement corrective actions.


• Implement 8D, root cause analysis, and continuous improvements.

6. Cost Optimization

• Drive cost reduction initiatives through:




• VA/VE activities


• Process improvements


• Material optimization




• Support localization and alternate sourcing strategies.

7. Project Management

• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.


• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Design, Quality, Purchase, Production).


• Ensure timely SOP (Start of Production).

8. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain technical documentation:




• Drawings


• Specifications


• PPAP documents

Key Skills Required

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of:




• Proprietary parts handling/TSO closure/Development tracking wrt PPAP & APQP gateways


• Metallurgy of Electronics/Casting/Rubber/plastic




• Knowledge of:




• GD&T


• APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA

Analytical Skills

• Root cause analysis (RCA)


• Problem-solving using 8D, Fishbone, 5 Why


• Data-driven decision making

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and coordination


• Supplier handling & negotiation


• Project management capability

Qualifications

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering


• Experience: 4–8 years (preferably in 2W / automotive transmission components)

Preferred Experience

• Experience in 2W OEM or Tier-1 supplier


• Exposure to Engine & transmission systems


• Experience in supplier quality/development roles