About the role
About MBRDI:
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI), headquartered in Bengaluru with a satellite office in Pune, is the largest R&D center for Mercedes-Benz Group AG outside of Germany. Our mission is to drive innovation and excellence in automotive engineering, digitalization, and sustainable mobility solutions, shaping the future of mobility.
Position: PDM Engineer – Software Release
Function: Product Data Management / Software Release
Domain: Automotive Components, E&E Components, Hardware and Software Release
• Perform release activities for automotive components, E&E components, hardware, and software through PLM tools such as Teamcenter.
• Support Engineering Change Management activities, including variant control, BOM management, and release documentation.
• Store software data in the EDLS server and map code data to Flashware/Software in EPDM.
• Monitor, track, and ensure timely completion of release activities as per customer and project requirements.
• Assign and create part numbers for software and hardware components in alignment with release processes.
• Perform Product Data Management and documentation activities based on customer requirements.
• Coordinate closely with onsite teams, German stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth release execution.
• Manage risks and issues that may impact project deliverables and support timely resolution.
• Ensure seamless integration and collaboration between teams in India and Germany.
Required Skills and Experience:• 1 to 2 years of experience in release management and Engineering Change Management for automotive components, E&E components, hardware, and software.
• Hands-on experience in Product Data Management, documentation, and release processes through PLM tools, preferably Teamcenter.
• Knowledge of Change Management, variant control, BOM management, and automotive release processes.
• Understanding of automotive component release, electronics hardware release, and software release processes.
• Experience working with global companies, preferably German OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong coordination, communication, ownership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work as a team player while also handling individual responsibilities independently.
Educational Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Industrial Production, Electronics & Communication, or a related engineering discipline.
Preferred Qualifications (Good to Have):• Experience with Mercedes-Benz norms, DBL standards, DIALOG, and SMARAGD.
• Exposure to European clients, German teams, or international engineering stakeholders.
• Minimum one year of onsite experience or working experience with Europe / European clients will be preferred.
• German language knowledge will be an added advantage.
• Prior experience in working with cross-cultural teams and global release management processes.
Why Join Us?• Be part of a purpose-driven organization that is shaping the future of mobility.
• Work on global automotive component, hardware, and software release topics.
• Collaborate with teams across India and Germany on advanced automotive engineering processes.
• Gain exposure to Mercedes-Benz release systems, standards, and global product development practices.
• Thrive in a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment with strong learning opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Statement:At MBRDI, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, background, or ability.