Customer R&D Technical Manager
Core
Unify and manage all technical disciplines within BRAIN Division Product Groups for a specific customer group, acting as the single point of contact for customer R&D management.
Role type
Senior IC Customer R&D Technical Manager
Builds
Advanced development projects, NPA, and product development for specific customer groups
Domain
Automotive R&D, ADAS, Indian Automotive Industry
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Technical background, strategic vision, cross-functional team management, project prioritization, resource allocation, cost management (VA/VE), regulatory knowledge (AIS, ADAS, BNCAP/ENCAP), people management, conflict resolution
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Product development process, industrialization, vehicle development milestones
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Work with customer business development to align market trends with product groups; identify and support advanced development projects; define technical customer strategies with R&D teams; oversee product development and ensure on-time, on-cost delivery; manage cross-functional teams and arbitrate project priorities; drive VA/VE initiatives for cost objectives; provide operational leadership and coach teams on standards and processes; conduct performance reviews and define personal development plans.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team management responsibilities