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
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)
| Position | Experience | Work Location |
| Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager | Min 10 to 15 years | Plant (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)
| Position | Experience | Work Location |
| Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager | Min 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)
| Position | Experience | Work Location |
| Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager | Min 3 to 15 years of experience | Plant (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)
| Position | Experience | Work Location |
| Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager | Min 3 to 15 years of experience | Plant (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)
| Position | Experience | Work Location |
| Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager | Min 3 to 10 years of experience | Plant (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)
| Position | Experience | Work Location |
| Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager | Min 3 to 10 years of experience | Plant (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.
2.Question: How do you handle conflicts with other departments, such as Design or Manufacturing, during a new vehicle launch?
3.Question: What is your approach to ensuring compliance with strict government regulations (e.g., EXIM or safety standards)?
4.Question: Explain a time when you had to make a critical, quick decision under pressure regarding a vehicle part failure.
Technical/Role-Specific Questions
5.Question (Quality): What is ISIR, and what is its role in the Part Development Process?
6.Question (Vehicle Evaluation): How do you differentiate between a Suspension Performance issue and a Tire Performance issue during a vehicle ride evaluation?
7.Question (Procurement): Describe the process of Zero Base Costing in negotiating with a supplier.
8.Question (Quality Assurance): What are the key elements you look for when performing a Stringent Audit on a mass-produced vehicle?
9.Question (EV/ADAS): What is the core function of a BMS (Battery Management System) that is critical for Range Evaluation?
10.Question (Procurement-Steel): Why is EXIM knowledge necessary for the Raw Material – Steel procurement role?
Scan and Register
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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