Assistant Manager/ Deputy Manager- New Product Development
Luman Group
Apply Now
Pantnagar, India Full Time  • Senior level Posted 5 Days, 10 Hours ago www.naukri.com
manager deputy product new-product-development product-development development product-design design oil water testing test data collaboration manufacturing production quality-assurance support marketing presentations project-management management technical-documentation documentation interaction technical-support troubleshooting r technology education mechanical-engineering engineering knowledge cad software automotive problem-solving communication
About the Job

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Design & Development

  • Design and develop new brake lining, brake pad and ICE air, oil, fuel, water separator filters. formulations to meet OEM and aftermarket requirements.
  • Select materials, friction compounds, and bonding agents based on durability, wear resistance, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Work with suppliers and material scientists to ensure optimal raw material selection.

2. Testing & Validation

  • Develop and execute testing protocols (wear, friction coefficient, noise, and thermal resistance). Ensure products comply with SAE, ISO, and regulatory standards.
  • Conduct failure analysis and continuous product improvement based on test data.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure smooth production and scalability.
  • Work with quality assurance to maintain high product reliability.
  • Support sales & marketing teams with technical inputs and customer presentations.

4. Project Management

  • Lead new product development (NPD) projects from concept to commercialization.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Maintain detailed technical documentation, reports, and product specifications.

5. Customer & Supplier Interaction

  • Communicate with OEMs and aftermarket customers to understand their requirements.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for customer issues.
  • Liaise with vendors and R&D partners for technology development.

Key Requirements:

1. Education & Experience

  • Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Regular Course).
  • 5+ years of experience in NPD of friction materials (brake linings, brake pads, or similar products).
  • Hands-on experience with material formulation, validation, and testing.

2. Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of braking system mechanics and friction materials.
  • Experience with product validation tools (Dynamometer, Chase Test, etc.).
  • Familiarity with CAD software for product design.

3. Industry Knowledge

  • Understanding of automotive OEM and aftermarket requirements.
  • Awareness of SAE, ISO, BIS, and global friction material standards.

4. Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
About Luman Group
Pantnagar, India
manager deputy product new-product-development product-development development product-design design oil water
Upskilling Program
PM Residency Program

Become a Product Manager at Interviewhood for 3 months. Gain real PM experience and build your portfolio.

Learn more
Career Success Tools
Interview Prep
Question Bank

Build structured answers, practice with flashcards, and ace interviews with confidence.

  • Multi-tagging system
  • Answer templates
  • Flashcard mode
Start Preparing
Popular
Job Tracker

Organize applications, track interview progress, and land jobs faster with a visual Kanban board.

  • 7-stage Kanban board
  • Drag-and-drop
  • Activity timeline
Start Tracking
Career Planning
Career Planner

Assess your situation, explore directions, set goals, and take action with confidence.

  • Self-assessment
  • Direction explorer
  • Goal setting
Start Planning
Productivity
Task Manager

Get more done, stress less. Combine tasks, goals, and habits to stay organized and achieve career success.

  • Task management
  • Goal tracking
  • Habit streaks
Start Organizing
Reflection
Journal

Reflect daily, grow faster. Document wins, learn from failures, and build career confidence.

  • Log wins
  • Track failures
  • Capture learnings
Start Journaling
Networking
Networking CRM

Build relationships, win business. Manage leads, track follow-ups, and convert connections into opportunities.

  • 6-stage pipeline
  • Drag-and-drop
  • Follow-up tracking
Start Managing
Career Path
Career Map Generator

See where your career can go. AI-powered visualization showing multiple paths and required skills.

  • Multiple career paths
  • Mark current position
  • Skills per level
Create Your Map
Branding
Personal Brand Manager

Stop blending in, start standing out. Define your unique value and build a memorable brand.

  • 14-field framework
  • Visual canvas
  • PDF export
Start Building
Learning
Learning Plan Generator

Stop guessing what to learn. AI-powered roadmaps that identify skill gaps and create personalized plans.

  • AI-powered analysis
  • Skill gap detection
  • Curated resources
Create Your Plan
Resume Tools
Bullet Point Generator

Stop listing duties, start showcasing impact. AI-powered bullets that transform work experience into achievements.

  • 5 competency categories
  • AI-powered generation
  • One-click copy
Start Generating
Done