JOB DESCRIPTION
1. Product Development & Innovation
 Lead the design and development of aftermarket brake components, such as
brake pads, discs/rotors, drums, calipers, and brake shoes.
 Develop products that match Aftermarket Standard and performance while being
cost-effective for the aftermarket.
 Identify new product opportunities based on vehicle parc data and market
demand.
 Improve friction materials and braking performance (noise, wear, dust, heat
resistance).
2. Engineering & Technical Leadership
 Manage and mentor a team of R&D engineers.
 Provide technical direction on friction formulations, metallurgy, and brake system
dynamics.
 Review design calculations, drawings, and validation plans.
 Ensure engineering best practices and documentation.
3. Testing & Validation
 Oversee laboratory and vehicle testing for braking performance, including:
o Dynamometer testing
o Noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) testing
o Durability and wear testing
o Thermal performance testing
 Ensure products meet international standards such as:
o SAE International testing standards
o UNECE Regulation R90 (for replacement brake linings in Europe)
o ISO quality standards
o JASO Standard
o Any Regional Standards
4. Regulatory Compliance & Quality
 Ensure products comply with regional regulations and certifications.
 Work with quality teams to maintain consistent product performance and
reliability.
5. Cost Optimization & Value Engineering
 Optimize materials, formulations, and manufacturing processes to reduce costs.
 Work with purchasing and suppliers to evaluate alternative raw materials.
 Balance performance vs. cost for aftermarket competitiveness.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
 Coordinate with multiple departments such as:
 Product Management – for product roadmap and market requirements.

 Manufacturing/Operations – to ensure designs are production-ready.
 Sales & Marketing – for technical support and product launches.
 Supply Chain – for material sourcing and supplier development.
7. Market & Competitive Analysis
 Analyze competitor products in the aftermarket (benchmarking braking
performance).
 Monitor industry technologies like:
o Low-copper brake materials
o Ceramic friction materials
o Noise-reduction technologies.
o EV Braking / Regenerative Braking etc

8. Project & Portfolio Management
 Manage the R&D project pipeline for new brake products.
 Track project milestones, budgets, and timelines.
 Ensure timely product launches aligned with market demand.
9. Technical Support & Customer Interaction
 Technical Support to Marketing Team
 Provide technical expertise to key customers, distributors, and internal sales
teams.
 Support resolution of field complaints and warranty issues.
10. Documentation & Reporting
 Maintain engineering documentation such as:
o Product specifications
o Test reports
o Design change records
o CHM (Change Management)

KEY SKILLS REQUIRED
 Brake system engineering
 Friction materials science
 Vehicle dynamics knowledge
 Testing & validation methods
 Project management
 Regulatory compliance knowledge
 Leadership & team management
EDUCATION
BE / BTECH – Mechanical Engineering
Post Graduation in Mechanical Engineering (Added Advantage)
LANGUAGE SKILLS

English (Must) / Japanese (Added Advantage)
EXPERIENCE
10-12 Years
AGE
32-45 Years
REMUNARATION
CTC: INR 20 Lakhs

BE / BTECH – Mechanical Engineering
Post Graduation in Mechanical Engineering (Added Advantage)