Coordinator- Strak- ( Design )

Position Name: Strak- (Design Studio) Coordinator

Department: EKX TCP

Reporting Position: EKX/0- Team Lead Body System Management

Qualification: Bachelor of Design/ Masters of Design/ Automotive Engineering

Location: Pune

Tariff Class: Tariff

Summary

Purpose of the Position (Short Summary of the Role):

To coordinate and manage the Strak (surface) Class A and concept definition process within vehicle design Language and development process. The role ensures that design Theme ,intentions are translated into technically feasible, production-ready virtual surfaces digital models through close cooperation between design, engineering, and virtual development teams. It supports project timelines, process efficiency, and the deployment of virtual development and AI-based tools for digital concept validation.

Authority

• Acts as the project interface between Design (ED, EBS), Technical Development (EBK, EBW, EKF, etc.), and Virtual Development (ES/2).
• Authorized to coordinate milestone activities related to Strak and concept data readiness (PS to KE/PR2).
• Provides technical recommendations based on user interface and bench marking experience
• Supports project planning, progress tracking, and reporting for design–engineering integration activities.
• Represents EK-IN in virtual design development meetings.
• Oversees visual output consistency, rendering standards, and post-processing quality control.

Skills Required

• Project Coordination & Tracking Tools
• Automotive Design & Strak Understanding
• Design Software (Adobe, Blender , ICEM Surf, Alias)
• Concept Dimensioning & Vehicle Packaging Knowledge
• Virtual Product Development (VPE) Methods
• Cross-functional Communication & Stakeholder Management
• Data & Process Visualization / Reporting (Excel, Power BI, etc.)
• Problem Solving & Conflict Moderation
• Color ,Trim and Prototype experience

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Project Coordination – Plan, track, and manage Strak & concept definition activities across design and engineering teams and external agencies
• Technical Support – Ensure technical feasibility of Strak surfaces and concept data through reviews and validations.
• Cross-Functional Alignment – Coordinate communication and deliverables between design, virtual development, and technical departments.
• Digital & Virtual Development – Support use of virtual tools, simulations, and AI methods in concept and design processes.
• Reporting & Process Improvement – Monitor progress, prepare reports, and propose workflow enhancements.