Marelli—Technical Project Manager

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Description: Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence. Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.” Joining the Marelli ELS team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation, [insert here division definition]. As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us. About the Position: We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to join the ELS Cfo Engineering Team, reporting directly to the ELS Cfo Engineering Lead. This position is based at our office in Gurgaon. Your Responsibilities will be: As Technical Project Manager for Cluster / CDC product lines, you will lead the design, development, integration, and validation of digital automotive cluster / CDC systems. You will manage project delivery with cross-functional teams, drive requirements alignment with Auto OEMs, and ensure robust design and process validation planning. Your technical strength and leadership will be key to delivering high-quality, safe, and compliant products. You will act as the front face of the product line for customers, demonstrating strong customer engagement skills. Key Responsibilities: Project Leadership & Management Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams for cluster / CDC product development. Drive project timelines, risk assessments, change control, and ECN processes. Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supplier, and customer engineering teams. Development Lifecycle Management Ensure compliance with Auto OEM development lifecycles: requirements, design, validation, release, and support. Define, baseline, and maintain system requirements and architecture (HW/SW interfaces, communication protocols). Align requirements and deliverables with OEM and supplier expectations. Conduct trade-off studies and feasibility analyses for design decisions. Design & Process Validation Planning Lead planning and monitoring of Design Validation (DV) and Process Validation (PV). Oversee testing plans, including EMC/EMI, HIL/SIL, functional, safety, and performance validation. Manage hardware reliability and failure mode analysis. Collaborate in end-of-line testing and manufacturing validation. Technical Guidance & Mentorship Provide technical leadership and mentoring for junior and senior engineers. Support system integration and validation (vehicle and bench), ensuring robust HW/SW interfaces. Maintain strong technical proficiency and up-to-date knowledge on relevant standards, platforms, and protocols. What Qualifications you will bring: - - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or related field. - +Minimum 10 years’ experience managing automotive cluster / CDC projects—with strong OEM exposure. - Proven expertise in development lifecycle for Auto OEMs, and robust planning and monitoring of DV/PV. Other skills that we would welcome: - - Experience in Cost management (OPEX/CAPEX/Effort) - Experience with ISO 26262 and cybersecurity standards. - Familiarity with DOORS, JIRA for requirements management. - Knowledge of UI/UX frameworks (Qt, Kanzi), cloud vehicle architectures, and OTA updates. - Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a global automotive environment. Expectations from you in this position: - - Advanced technical knowledge of automotive clusters / CDC hardware/software integration. - Experience with embedded SW development (RTOS, AUTOSAR), hardware design review, and testing. - Skilled in HIL/SIL validation, communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet). - Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. - Demonstrated experience in customer engagement, acting as the front face for customers and building lasting relationships. What does this position offer you: - Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility. - Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed. - A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work-life balance-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful co-creation time in the office. - Take the next step: Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future. Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the ELS business? Talk to us! To apply, submit your application via Career Page. Marelli Attributes A. Drive Results B. Accountable C. Entrepreneurial D. Inclusive E. Innovative F. Aware G. Ethics, Integrity and Compliance H. Technical Assessment About Us: Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world. Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers. Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business. Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it! At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.