International Homologation Management & Coordination

Position Name:
International Homologation Management & Coordination
Department:  Research and Development

Functional Area:

E/T1

Location:

Chakan, Pune
Years of

Experience:

14-18 Years

Qualification:

Diploma or B.E (Mechanical / Automobile)

Purpose of the Position
Leading & coordinating all International homologation relevant activities in cooperation with Brand HQs, TCP, importers along with ECE and national authorities. Manages required resources & ensures all activities are completed as per agreed timeline
Lead and monitor upcoming regulations and ensure timely compliance for all assigned projects

Authority
Review, control & release homologation status and Represent in Pilot halls, project review meetings & other gremiums
Represent ET department in management forums on behalf of Functional head as and when required
Assign roles and responsibilities within team and ensure employee engagement & development
Coordinate with Brand HQs/authorities/suppliers/importers to process homologation activities & execution

Skills Required
Excellent communication, negotiation skills, ability to think in wider scope, Interpersonal skills, Time management budgeting, problem solving, interpersonal relationship, proactiveness, good analytical skills, Team leading skills, Interpersonal relationship, proactive & sense of economical acting, Leadership skills, strategic decision making
Act with integrity, Train & coach people to build the best teams, Ensure freedom of information, Treat people with dignity, Generate optimism, Hold himself and others accountable, Ability to inspire and motivate
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple homologation projects simultaneously, Networking ability and capacity to influence and mobilize others towards a common goal
In depth knowledge of various International regulations and equivalent UNR regulations &
their interpretations with testing methodologies & upcoming regulations necessary for compliance of critical components of electric vehicle as well as whole electric & ICE vehicles
In depth knowledge of electric vehicle ecosystem. Well conversant with EV high voltage system components like batteries, motor, controller, charger, connectors etc.

Responsibilities and Tasks :
Lead and monitor Regulatory Compliance:
Lead and manage the homologation process for new and existing vehicles, ensuring full compliance of vehicles, systems and components for regulatory standards, including safety, emissions, and environmental laws
Stay up to date on changes in automotive legislation and homologation requirements across Indian and international markets, and proactively advise internal teams on future trends and necessary adjustments
Ensure 100% compliance with all regulations in all countries. Improve quality and manage risks:
Establish and execute local program Compliance Procedures to avoid future design and homologation issues
Improve technical specification quality to avoid COP risk
Handle key issues in delicate manners
Lead the understanding of legislative requirements across programs, ensuring these are clearly defined, understood and shared with whole CFT team, making sure that requirements are followed from the start of each project and throughout project development
Lead and execute homologation activities –
Lead and manage the vehicle certification activity for assigned products with respect to components, systems & vehicle performance related tests for international markets.
Obtain certificates & approvals within the stipulated agreed project timelines with Key focus on optimization of certification timelines and costs.
Continuously review and improve homologation processes to reduce lead times and costs, without compromising quality or compliance
Accountable for all aspects of the certification for the consequences of actions taken within his/her area of responsibility
Strategic Leadership actions  –
Ensure strict control & adherence to agreed homologation timelines, presenting regular status at various management levels, conducting review meetings & regular reporting to the superiors & relevant departments.
Define important strategies / directions for homologation of new programs
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