Head – RCD (Research, Concept & Design)

• Lead the design and development of electric two-wheelers from concept to production.
• Leading new model/variants concept, design, development based on Annual/Mid Term Plan to enable company's product strategy execution and revenue and margin plans.
• Drive innovation in design, technology, and performance to create cutting-edge products.
• Build and manage platform, manage product- UI / UX
• Oversee the testing and validation processes for new products.
• Ensure that products meet or exceed industry standards for safety, quality, and performance.

• Develop and manage the R&D budget, including resource allocation and cost control.
• Plan Capex for R&D facilities in sync with business plan
• Identify partnerships to support research and innovation projects.

• Lead enhancement/creation of Standards, SOPs, systems for robust R&D processes
• Regulatory compliance mechanism, electromagnetic interference (EMI) regulations
• Deploy the latest advancements in electric vehicle technology and industry trends.

• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a highly skilled R&D team, including engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Foster a collaborative and creative work environment that encourages idea sharing and cross-functional collaboration.
• Set clear goals, expectations, and performance metrics for the R&D team.
• Provide technical guidance to the team and resolve complex engineering challenges.

• An in-depth understanding of electric vehicle components, including batteries, electric motors, power electronics, and charging systems, is crucial.
• Familiarity with different types of electric 2-wheelers (e.g., motorcycles, scooters) and their unique technical requirements is essential.

• Battery Technology: Proficiency in battery chemistry, energy storage systems, and battery management systems (BMS) is vital. Knowledge of the latest advancements in battery technology, including lithium-ion and emerging technologies, is important for optimizing range, performance, and safety.
• Electric Powertrains: Expertise in electric powertrain design, control systems, and optimization is required. This includes knowledge of motor controllers, regenerative braking, and transmission systems specific to electric 2-wheelers.
• Vehicle Dynamics: Knowledge of vehicle dynamics, suspension systems, and handling characteristics for 2-wheelers. This includes optimizing ride comfort, stability, and maneuverability.
• Software and Control Systems: Proficiency in software development, particularly in embedded systems and control algorithms, is important for managing various vehicle functions, including regenerative braking, traction control, and battery management.
• Testing and Validation: Experience in designing and conducting testing protocols to validate vehicle performance, safety, and compliance with industry standards. This includes knowledge of dynamometer testing, durability testing, and environmental testing.
• Simulation and Modeling: Proficiency in using simulation tools and modeling software for electric vehicle design and analysis, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), battery modeling.
• Stakeholder management: Ensure strong working relationships with Sales & Marketing to help improve Technology.
• Commercial Orientation: Need to understand the commercial outcomes to accordingly plan things on the technology.
• Market intelligence: Has to gather a lot of marketing information in the space and make smart innovations

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