Key Responsibilities:

• Technology Scouting & Analysis
  • Continuously monitor and analyze emerging technologies in automotive and adjacent industries (e.g., AI, EVs, autonomous driving, connectivity, materials, manufacturing, and sustainability).
  • Develop technology radar updates and comprehensive insights reports for product concepting and leadership team.
• Strategic Advisory & Integration
  • Collaborate with product concepting teams and adjacent functions (including Purchasing, PD engineering,  Planning and Program teams) to translate tech trends into actionable strategies and plans.
  • Recommend technology adoption or partnerships that align with business goals and innovation roadmap.
  • Support build vs. buy vs. partner decision-making.
• Ecosystem Engagement
  • Build relationships with suppliers, technology partners and startups.
  • Participate in selected tech conferences / forums, and innovation events to exchange tech insights.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Act as a bridge between technical (e.g. digital team) and non-technical teams (e.g. concepting teams) to drive clarity and alignment on technology initiatives.
  • Support internal capability building by educating stakeholders on emerging tech and their implications.
• Innovation Pipeline and Validation
  • Contribute to tech and innovation pipeline development, by identifying and recommending new initiatives.
  • Work with HCD team and the prototype teams to validate, pilot and de-risk new technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technology Scouting & Analysis
  • Continuously monitor and analyze emerging technologies in automotive and adjacent industries (e.g., AI, EVs, autonomous driving, connectivity, materials, manufacturing, and sustainability).
  • Develop technology radar updates and comprehensive insights reports for product concepting and leadership team.
• Strategic Advisory & Integration
  • Collaborate with product concepting teams and adjacent functions (including Purchasing, PD engineering,  Planning and Program teams) to translate tech trends into actionable strategies and plans.
  • Recommend technology adoption or partnerships that align with business goals and innovation roadmap.
  • Support build vs. buy vs. partner decision-making.
• Ecosystem Engagement
  • Build relationships with suppliers, technology partners and startups.
  • Participate in selected tech conferences / forums, and innovation events to exchange tech insights.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Act as a bridge between technical (e.g. digital team) and non-technical teams (e.g. concepting teams) to drive clarity and alignment on technology initiatives.
  • Support internal capability building by educating stakeholders on emerging tech and their implications.
• Innovation Pipeline and Validation
  • Contribute to tech and innovation pipeline development, by identifying and recommending new initiatives.
  • Work with HCD team and the prototype teams to validate, pilot and de-risk new technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
• 7+ years of experience in technology management, R&D, or innovation roles in the automotive or mobility sectors.
• Deep understanding of automotive industry trends, including electrification, autonomous driving, and digital.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to connect emerging technologies with business impact.
• Experience working with cross-functional and global teams.

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with regulatory and safety standards in the automotive industry.
• Experience evaluating technology partnerships.
• Prior work with technology foresight, roadmapping, or innovation frameworks.