About this role

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

We are looking for a highly capable Supplier Technical Assistance (STA) Engineer with deep expertise in automotive electrical and electronic (E&E) systems to ensure supplier readiness, process capability, and sustained quality performance. You will drive technical sign-offs , support plant quality resolution , and work closely with suppliers to align on SMT Process, Traction Motor Process /Assembly expertise, System architecture requirements , and ASPICE (Automotive SPICE) process compliance.

This role requires both hands-on technical depth and strong cross-functional coordination to manage complex E&E commodity ( including ECUs, sensors, power electronics, and embedded systems, eAxle, Chargers)

Experience

3 years

Industry Preferred

Automotive Industry

Qualifications

BE/ME

General Requirements

- Supplier Development & Technical Readiness

Lead supplier technical assessments for electrical/electronic parts during sourcing and nomination phases.

- Support technical sign-off of supplier manufacturing processes, test capabilities, and product validation per design and architecture requirements.

- Ensure supplier design and development processes align with ASPICE and ISO 26262 (where applicable).

- Validate supplier software and hardware integration into overall system architecture in collaboration with system and design engineers.

- Participate in design reviews , D-FMEA, and S-FMEA reviews with suppliers.

Project & Launch Support

- Drive supplier readiness for new program launches, including PPAP, APQP milestones, and Run@Rate.

- Conduct process audits (VDA 6.3, IATF 16949), capability studies, and ensure compliance with automotive-specific standards (IPC, AEC-Q100/Q200, etc.).

- Review and approve supplier control plans, test reports, traceability systems, and component validation.

- Collaborate with system architects and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of supplier components into vehicle platforms.

Quality & Problem Resolution

- Be the first technical escalation point for plant quality concerns related to E&E components.

- Lead root cause analysis and 8D closure for supplier-related quality incidents in production and warranty.

- Monitor supplier performance via KPIs (PPM, first-time pass, OEE, audit scores) and implement improvement plans as needed.

- Ensure effective containment, corrective action, and recurrence prevention at the supplier end.

- Support requalification and revalidation activities due to engineering changes, process changes, or quality issues.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants.
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