Lead Engineer – NVH

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited [Automotive and Farm Equipment Business]

. Optimise automotive systems to enhance noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) performance .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeChennai • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in automotive NVH analysis and simulation, with a strong focus on finite element modeling, dynamic analysis, and optimization techniques to enhance vehicle performance. Proven ability to deliver design validation plans while addressing manufacturability and cost constraints.

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Automotive NVH AnalysisFinite Element ModelingStatic And Dynamic AnalysisOptimization TechniquesDesign Validation Plans

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Hard Skills

NVH Performance OptimizationFinite Element Model BuildingStatic AnalysisDynamic AnalysisOptimization Using MSC NASTRANOptimization Using MSC ACTRANOptimization Using Altair OPTISTRUCTLMS/Virtual Lab SimulationsGlobal Stiffness AssessmentProcess Documentation Creation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborative MindsetProactive Problem-SolvingCritical-Thinking Skills

Tools & Technologies

Altair HypermeshMode FrontierMSC NASTRANMSC ACTRANAltair OPTISTRUCT

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringNoise Vibration And HarshnessBody In WhiteChassis FramesSeating NVHDesign Validation PlansProduct DevelopmentManufacturability Considerations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Optimise automotive systems to enhance noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) performance
Model automotive systems including Body in White (BIW), cradles, chassis frames, closures, steering, and seating NVH
Execute static and dynamic analysis and apply optimisation techniques to modify designs and meet project targets
Assess global stiffness, global modes, and dynamic stiffness
Update models to correlate and validate operational NVH performance with simulation outcomes
Incorporate variability considerations into simulations
Evaluate system-level performance effects on overall vehicle performance and identify improvements
Create process documentation for system-level NVH simulations and optimisation
Use optimisation tools such as Mode Frontier
Develop new design validation plans (DVPs) addressing system-level NVH issues
Deliver system-level DVPs for multiple projects while meeting timelines and NVH performance criteria
Implement design solutions considering manufacturability, cost, and time constraints

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in automotive NVH analysis and simulation
Graduate or Post Graduate degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering required
Proficiency in full vehicle finite element (FE) model building using Altair Hypermesh
Experience conducting static and dynamic analysis and optimisation using MSC NASTRAN, MSC ACTRAN, and Altair OPTISTRUCT
Proven track record in NVH behaviour analysis focused on automotive systems
Hands-on experience with LMS/Virtual Lab for comprehensive simulations
Strong foundation in product development focused on NVH
Familiarity with automotive design intricacies and NVH performance challenges
Excellent communication skills
Collaborative mindset and cross-disciplinary teamwork
Proactive problem-solving and critical-thinking skills under pressure
Commitment to continual learning and professional development

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants
Opportunities for continual learning and professional development
Additional NVH testing, automotive system dynamics, or noise control engineering certifications/courses considered beneficial
Workshops or seminars relevant to automotive engineering trends encouraged