Innovation Technical Leader Job in Faurecia Automotive Seating India Private Limited

Position: Innovation Technical Leader

Location: Pune

Company: FORVIA A Global Leader in Sustainable Mobility

About FORVIA

At FORVIA, we pioneer innovative technologies that shape the future of mobility delivering solutions that matter to people worldwide. As the 7th largest automotive supplier, we combine deep expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, and seating to drive sustainable transformation across the automotive industry.

Your Mission

As an Innovation Technical Leader, you will lead breakthrough innovation projects from concept through validation, ensuring alignment with FORVIA s innovation processes and business goals. You will be responsible for managing project plans, technical targets, resources, risk mitigation, and internal and external communications including intellectual property protection and OEM engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Drive innovation projects, defining concept, timeline, and validation steps according to innovation delivery processes.
• Lead projects involving breakthrough product innovations.

Planning & Execution

• Develop and manage detailed project plans and technical objectives.
• Ensure all milestones and deliverables are met in line with the Innovation Project Management System (PMS).

Risk & Resource Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to innovation projects.
• Allocate resources efficiently and ensure teams have the support needed to succeed.

Communication & Reporting

• Report project status and results at key review points (IRC, MIC, Gates).
• Prepare and deliver presentations following standard innovation contract requirements.
• Promote innovation initiatives internally to foster engagement and alignment.

Intellectual Property & OEM Interaction

• Collaborate with the IP team to protect product designs and innovations.
• Interface with OEMs for product demonstrations, feedback gathering, and addressing special requirements.

Cross-Functional Support

• Work closely with marketing to integrate business KPIs and customer insights into innovation projects.

Your Profile

Qualifications

• Master s degree in Engineering.

Experience

• 8+ years in automotive systems, including seats, structures, and components design, testing, or manufacturing.
• Strong background in project management.

Skills & Competencies

• Results-driven with a strong ability to manage ambiguity.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Leadership experience and team-building capabilities are a plus.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in English.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Quick learner and capable of directing teams.

What We Offer

At FORVIA, you ll thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your contributions help lead the automotive industry toward a sustainable future. Join a global team of passionate professionals, access extensive learning and development programs via FORVIA University, and work within a culture that values diversity, collaboration, and ethical responsibility.

We are proud to be the first global automotive group certified with the SBTi Net-Zero Standard, committed to achieving CO Net Zero by 2045 through a focus on efficiency, sustainability, and circular economy principles.

Why Join FORVIA?

• Be part of a global leader shaping smarter, more sustainable mobility solutions.
• Work on cutting-edge technologies impacting millions of vehicles worldwide.
• Engage in a culture of continuous learning, diversity, and inclusion.
• Contribute to ambitious environmental goals aligned with the Paris Agreement.