Manager - VA (Interior Master section)

Interior Package & Architecture

Lead development of vehicle interior package architecture from concept to production.

Define and optimize interior packaging considering occupant accommodation, ergonomics, visibility, comfort, safety, manufacturability, and serviceability.

Develop package layouts for instrument panel, console, seats, door trims, headliner, pillars, steering system, HVAC, airbags, and other interior systems.

Ensure compliance with vehicle package requirements, regulations, and platform constraints.

Drive cross-functional resolution of packaging conflicts and integration issues.

Master Sections Development

Develop, maintain, and govern vehicle interior master sections.

Establish standard section strategies and dimensional guidelines across vehicle platforms.

Define interface requirements between Body-in-White (BIW) and interior components.

Maintain master section databases and ensure adherence across engineering teams.

Support platform commonization and modular architecture initiatives.

Interior Integration

Coordinate integration of all interior subsystems to achieve optimal fit, finish, and functionality.

Manage interface definitions among Design, Body, Safety, Electrical, HVAC, Seating, and Trim engineering teams.

Ensure packaging feasibility throughout product development.

Resolve design conflicts through engineering trade-off studies.

Vehicle Package Engineering

Develop occupant package studies using anthropometric data.

Ensure compliance with vision, reach, ingress/egress, comfort, and ergonomic requirements.

Support benchmarking activities and translate customer insights into package improvements.

Participate in digital mock-up (DMU) reviews and package validation activities.

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Continuous Improvement

Develop and standardize interior packaging processes, design standards, and best practices.

Contribute to platform architecture strategies for future vehicle programs.

Promote design reuse, modularity, and engineering efficiency.

Preferred Industry Experience

Passenger Vehicles

Electric Vehicles (EV)

Hybrid Vehicles

Commercial Vehicles

Automotive OEMs or Tier-1 Suppliers