Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India

Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India
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1 About KIA India
2 Recruitment Drive Details
2.1 Interview Location and Time
2.2 General Candidate Instructions
3 Job Positions: Quality Group
3.1 1. Department: New Car Quality Development (Vehicle Evaluation & Benchmarking)
3.1.1 Required Skills (Vehicle Evaluation & Benchmarking)
3.2 2. Department: New Car Quality Development (Chassis & Interior Parts Quality)
3.2.1 Required Skills (Chassis & Interior Parts Quality)
3.3 3. Department: Quality Control (QC)
3.3.1 Required Skills (Quality Control)
3.4 4. Department: Quality Assurance (QA)
3.4.1 Required Skills (Quality Assurance)
4 Job Positions: Procurement Group
4.1 1. Department: MCM / UBPP / PPP (Parts Development & Cost)
4.1.1 Required Skills (Parts Development & Cost)
4.2 2. Department: General Purchase (Raw Material – Steel)
4.2.1 Required Skills (Raw Material – Steel)
5 Top 10 Interview Questions and Answers
5.1 General/Behavioral Questions
5.2 1.Question: Describe your most significant achievement in improving a supplier’s quality index.
5.3 2.Question: How do you handle conflicts with other departments, such as Design or Manufacturing, during a new vehicle launch?
5.4 3.Question: What is your approach to ensuring compliance with strict government regulations (e.g., EXIM or safety standards)?
5.5 4.Question: Explain a time when you had to make a critical, quick decision under pressure regarding a vehicle part failure.
5.6 Technical/Role-Specific Questions
5.7 5.Question (Quality): What is ISIR, and what is its role in the Part Development Process?
5.8 6.Question (Vehicle Evaluation): How do you differentiate between a Suspension Performance issue and a Tire Performance issue during a vehicle ride evaluation?
5.9 7.Question (Procurement): Describe the process of Zero Base Costing in negotiating with a supplier.
5.10 8.Question (Quality Assurance): What are the key elements you look for when performing a Stringent Audit on a mass-produced vehicle?
5.11 9.Question (EV/ADAS): What is the core function of a BMS (Battery Management System) that is critical for Range Evaluation?
5.12 10.Question (Procurement-Steel): Why is EXIM knowledge necessary for the Raw Material – Steel procurement role?
6 Scan and Register
6.1 Submit Your Application Here
6.2 Apply Now

The Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India is a significant opportunity for experienced professionals. is hosting a recruitment drive for its Quality Group and Procurement Group. This drive seeks to hire qualified candidates for Deputy Manager and Assistant Manager positions. The walk-in interview is scheduled for Friday, November 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM.

About KIA India

KIA India Private Limited is a respected name in the automotive industry. It is known for making stylish and high-quality vehicles. The company’s vision is centered on innovation and customer satisfaction. The main manufacturing location for KIA India is in Penukonda, Sri Sathya Sai Dist. (Formerly Anantapur Dist.). This location serves as the work site for the open positions. KIA India offers a great work environment and is a Great Place To Work Certified company (February 2024 to February 2025).Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India

Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India

Recruitment Drive Details

Interview Location and Time

The interview will be a walk-in event at the KIA India office in Bangalore:

  • Location: Kia India Pvt Ltd, 3rd Floor, Godrej Centre, Hebbal, Bangalore
  • Date & Time: 21st Nov 2025 (Friday) @ 9:00 AM

General Candidate Instructions

Candidates must follow these instructions to be eligible:

  • The interview location is the KIA India office in Bangalore.
  • Only eligible candidates will be allowed to participate in this drive.
  • KIA vendors and Ex-employees are not eligible for this drive.
  • Candidates must have a minimum 1 year of service in their current company.
  • Candidates must bring 3 sets of resumes.
  • Candidates must bring last 3 months pay slips.
  • Candidates must bring the latest increment letter or Annual salary breakup.
  • Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India

Job Positions: Quality Group

The Quality Group has openings in two departments: New Car Quality Development and Quality Control / Quality Assurance. The general qualifications for all positions in the Quality Group are B.E. / B. Tech.

1. Department: New Car Quality Development (Vehicle Evaluation & Benchmarking)

PositionExperienceWork Location
Deputy Manager / Assistant ManagerMin 10 to 15 yearsPlant (Penukonda, Sri Sathya Sai Dist.)

Required Skills (Vehicle Evaluation & Benchmarking)

Candidates should possess strong skills in the following areas:

  • Vehicle Evaluation:
    • Suspension & Steering Performance assessment.
    • Power train vehicle Performance analysis.
    • Vehicle Ride & handling evaluation.
    • Implementing Improvements until final vehicle production.
  • Benchmarking:
    • Conducting Competitor Comparison Analysis.
    • Experience in Cross Functional Activities coordination.
  • EV / ADAS:
    • Knowledge of ADAS Functions.
    • Knowledge of BMS (Battery Management System) and Range Evaluation.

The Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India specifically seeks experts in these areas.

2. Department: New Car Quality Development (Chassis & Interior Parts Quality)

PositionExperienceWork Location
Deputy Manager / Assistant ManagerMin 7 to 10 years (AM)
Min 5 to 7 years (AM)		Plant (Penukonda, Sri Sathya Sai Dist.)

Required Skills (Chassis & Interior Parts Quality)

Candidates must have experience in:

  • Chassis & Interior Parts:
    • Good knowledge of braking, steering, exhaust, cooling, fuel, wheels & Tire parts.
    • Knowledge of Part Development Process.
    • Proficiency in AUTOCAD / CATIA.
    • Experience with ISIR (PPAP) / Part & Process Audit.
    • Understanding of Special Processes (Painting, Coating, Welding & Heat treatment, etc.).
  • Supplier Process Audit Skills:
    • Performing various quality control audits to ensure vendors quality standards.

3. Department: Quality Control (QC)

PositionExperienceWork Location
Deputy Manager / Assistant ManagerMin 3 to 15 years of experiencePlant (Penukonda, Sri Sathya Sai Dist.)

Required Skills (Quality Control)

  • Parts Quality – QC:
    • Managing the suppliers’ parts approvals (4M/E0).
    • Periodical process/product audits and continuous supplier quality index enhancement.
    • Handling Day to Day in-line quality issues and improvements.
    • Managing all other supplier/parts related exigencies.
  • Vehicle Quality – QC:
    • New model car & Pre-SOP vehicles complete vehicle evaluation (Static, tester, Dynamic & Shower quality confirmation SOP & WIS preparation and validation).
    • Preparation/Modification of Documents like Spec sheets and Inspection standards.

4. Department: Quality Assurance (QA)

PositionExperienceWork Location
Deputy Manager / Assistant ManagerMin 3 to 15 years of experiencePlant (Penukonda, Sri Sathya Sai Dist.)

Required Skills (Quality Assurance)

  • Vehicle Auditor – QA:
    • Ensuring Mass production vehicle quality through Stringent audits.
    • Knowledge on WWSCOP & EV Expertise.
    • Preparation of Audit Plan & Procedure.
    • Ensuring Yard Storage vehicle quality confirmation through Stringent audits.
    • Ensuring the port Parked cars Quality confirmation.
  • Quality Improvement – QA:
    • Responsible for improving 3M, 12 M, 36WM & WM cost.
    • Analyzing claim from field and giving quick resolution.
    • Working with INCA / Dat Loggers / Power train CAN data.
    • Working on CPU reduction & Campaign methods & Recall policy.

Job Positions: Procurement Group

The Procurement Group focuses on supply chain management. The general qualifications are B.E. / B. Tech with Min 3 to 10 years of experience.

1. Department: MCM / UBPP / PPP (Parts Development & Cost)

PositionExperienceWork Location
Deputy Manager / Assistant ManagerMin 3 to 10 years of experiencePlant (Penukonda, Sri Sathya Sai Dist.)

Required Skills (Parts Development & Cost)

  • Parts Development:
    • Experience in Procurement processes.
    • New Parts Development in Trims, Chassis, Electrical commodities.
    • Zero Base Costing & Negotiations.
  • Total Cost Innovation:
    • Experience in Procurement processes.
    • Worked in Cross Function Activities.
    • Managing activities from VAVE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering).
    • Idea generation until implementation.
  • Cyber Security:
    • Supply Chain Cyber security (3-6 Yrs) experience.
    • Exposure of ISO21434/TARA/UNR155 standards.
    • Supply chain Mgmt. & VTA Approval.

2. Department: General Purchase (Raw Material – Steel)

PositionExperienceWork Location
Deputy Manager / Assistant ManagerMin 3 to 10 years of experiencePlant (Penukonda, Sri Sathya Sai Dist.)

Required Skills (Raw Material – Steel)

  • Raw Material – Steel:
    • Experience in Steel RM Procurement.
    • Worked in Cross Function Activities.
    • Experience with Coil Centre management.
    • Experience in handling Steel Mills.
    • Knowledge of Govt. Regulations & EXIM knowledge.

This Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India offers roles requiring specific procurement and quality expertise.

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Top 10 Interview Questions and Answers

These questions are common for automotive engineering and procurement roles at the Deputy Manager and Assistant Manager level.

General/Behavioral Questions

1.Question: Describe your most significant achievement in improving a supplier’s quality index.

Answer: I established a structured auditing program and worked with a supplier for six months to address chronic defects. We reduced the defect rate by 15% and achieved a sustained improvement in their Quality Index by implementing a new process control plan.

2.Question: How do you handle conflicts with other departments, such as Design or Manufacturing, during a new vehicle launch?

Answer: I prioritize objective data and open communication. I present the quality or performance issue with clear evidence and suggest mutually beneficial solutions. My goal is always to find a solution that meets the project timeline without compromising the core quality standards.

3.Question: What is your approach to ensuring compliance with strict government regulations (e.g., EXIM or safety standards)?

Answer: I maintain an up-to-date knowledge base of all relevant regulations. I create an internal checklist derived directly from the legal text. I integrate this checklist into the early planning and audit stages to ensure proactive compliance, not reactive fixing.

4.Question: Explain a time when you had to make a critical, quick decision under pressure regarding a vehicle part failure.

Answer: During a pre-SOP vehicle evaluation, a steering component failed a dynamic test. I immediately initiated a containment plan, secured all inventory of that part, and simultaneously contacted the supplier and the engineering team to begin a root cause analysis. This secured safety and prevented line stoppage.

Technical/Role-Specific Questions

5.Question (Quality): What is ISIR, and what is its role in the Part Development Process?

Answer: ISIR stands for Initial Sample Inspection Report (often part of PPAP). Its role is to document the inspection of the first batch of parts made using production tooling and processes. It confirms that the supplier understands and meets all engineering design records and specification requirements before mass production starts.

6.Question (Vehicle Evaluation): How do you differentiate between a Suspension Performance issue and a Tire Performance issue during a vehicle ride evaluation?

Answer: I analyze the frequency and type of vibration. A suspension issue often manifests as a slower, larger body motion (roll, pitch, heave). A tire issue typically presents as a higher-frequency vibration or noise (harshness, road noise) that is felt directly through the steering wheel or seat. Cross-testing with known-good tires helps isolate the cause.

7.Question (Procurement): Describe the process of Zero Base Costing in negotiating with a supplier.

Answer: Zero Base Costing involves breaking down the cost of a part into its fundamental components: raw material weight, processing time (labor, machine rates), overheads, and profit. This method ignores the supplier’s previous price and establishes a ‘should-cost’ model. I use this model to negotiate an objective and fair price.

8.Question (Quality Assurance): What are the key elements you look for when performing a Stringent Audit on a mass-produced vehicle?

Answer: The audit focuses on critical checks. Key elements include: Panel Gap and Flush for exterior quality, functionality of all Electronic Systems (infotainment, ADAS), verification of Tightening Torque on critical fasteners, and a complete check against the Vehicle Specification Sheet (VSS) for all installed options.

9.Question (EV/ADAS): What is the core function of a BMS (Battery Management System) that is critical for Range Evaluation?

Answer: The core function of the BMS is to monitor and control the state of the battery pack. For Range Evaluation, the BMS accurately calculates the State of Charge (SOC) and State of Health (SOH). Accurate SOC is vital because it directly feeds the range estimation algorithm, ensuring the driver receives reliable distance-to-empty data

10.Question (Procurement-Steel): Why is EXIM knowledge necessary for the Raw Material – Steel procurement role?

Answer: EXIM (Export-Import) knowledge is necessary because raw material, especially steel, is often sourced globally. I must understand duties, tariffs, customs clearance processes, and documentation requirements (like Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin) to calculate the true landed cost and ensure timely material flow without legal complications.

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The registration for this walk-in drive is facilitated via a QR code. Interested and eligible candidates should scan the QR code in the original advertisement for registration details. The drive is Valid till 21-Nov-2025.

The Walk-In Drive for Vehicle Evaluation & Chassis Quality Engineers – KIA India provides a chance to join a leading automotive company.

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