Job Description: Accessory Launch Lead Engineer Work location (City): Nitra Duration of the contract : up to 1 year with extension possible Hybrid work model: Depends on Customer Requirements client- Tata Elxsi Accessory Launch Lead Engineer
Summary • Lead launch and industrialisation of MY vehicle line-fit accessories at Nitra plant • Ensure SOP readiness while meeting quality, cost, and timing targets • Coordinate across product engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and plant teams • Drive manufacturing readiness reviews (MRR), build trials, and production ramp-up • Manage supplier readiness, PPAP/APQP deliverables, and quality compliance • Resolve launch issues using structured problem-solving (8D, root cause analysis) • Ensure accessories integrate seamlessly into line-fit processes and assembly operations • Track risks, manage issues, and provide regular status reporting to stakeholders • Support stable production with minimal disruption and strong quality performance Tools & Systems Used • Program & Launch Management: GPDS / APQP frameworks, Gateway reviews • Issue Tracking: AIMS, JIRA, Confluence, Launch dashboards • Quality Tools: PPAP, APQP, PFMEA, DFMEA, 8D, Control Plans • CAD & Engineering: CATIA / Teamcenter / PLM systems • Manufacturing Systems: MES, Line balancing tools, Workstation design tools • Data Analysis & Reporting: Excel, Power BI • Collaboration: MS Teams, SharePoint Skills Required • Automotive launch / manufacturing experience (5+ years) • Strong cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management • Knowledge of production systems, quality tools, and supplier management • Ability to perform in fast-paced, high-pressure launch environments