Aptiv Chennai Design Engineer Salaries by 70+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 6 years exp.

₹3.6 Lakhs - ₹8.9 Lakhs

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39% more than the average Design Engineer Salary in Auto Components Companies for 1 - 6 years of experience

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Research & Development Design Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (47 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr
Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Design Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr
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UX, Design & Architecture Design Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹8.4 L/yr

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

Companies similar to Aptiv for Design Engineer in Chennai

Aptiv Design Engineer Salary

1 - 6 years exp. (71 salaries)

₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Valeo Design Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (191 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 8% more
Brakes India Design Engineer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (54 salaries)	₹1.1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 38% less
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Lucas-TVS Design Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (53 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr 26% less
Samvardhana Motherson Group Design Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (50 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr 46% less
Yazaki Design Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (39 salaries)	₹1.8 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 40% less
MRF Tyres Design Engineer Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (23 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 8% less
Bosch Design Engineer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹2.2 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr 20% less	1 job opening
Amara Raja Group Design Engineer Salary 0 - 10 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 11% less
Magna International Design Engineer Salary 2 - 4 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr 18% less	1 job opening
ZF Friedrichshafen Design Engineer Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr 3% more

Design Engineer salary at Aptiv ranges between ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹8.9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 71 latest salaries received from various employees of Aptiv.

Experience wise Aptiv Design Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (4 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹7.5 L/yr
2 years (17 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
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3 years (13 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr
4 years (11 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
5 years (15 salaries)	₹4.7 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr
6 years (11 salaries)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹8.9 L/yr

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3.4

Rated by 13 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Other Department

4.0

• posted on 12 Oct 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The work Culture is Extremely good in aptiv ,we have a World class Faculties in Aptiv and also there is Scope for Learning New things ,its a place you get Motivation to work and enhance your Skills ,People in Aptiv they are Realy good and Supportive they make you feel comfortable.

Skill development - Good

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Dislikes

The Concern is the Salary part if they revise that it would have been good .

Senior Design Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

Research & Development Department

3.0

• posted on 11 Feb 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job Security, Location,

Dislikes

Work life balance is poor, less Salary , Company culture is worst, Bond to travel , no free transport, no child care, no gym, no WFH, no free food, no education assistance, no international relocation, and so on ..! billing hour basis gives more pressure.

Salary - Bad

+4 more

Senior Software Engineer in Whitefield

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 06 Sep 2022

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

it was the Good company before agile implementation. they are Good For Hiring Collage campus with Good package.

Salary - Good

Dislikes

not Good candidate left in the Company work wise. some project are in the Very bad shape. only Chinese project and now Indian project starting so becoming worst day by day.

Skill development - Bad

+5 more

Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 13 Apr 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work products

Dislikes

After 1 hr 30mins of technical round which went very well , the interviewer asks about your current salary and expected salary and then rejects you. He has neither manager nor HR to ask salaries. Aptiv should improve their standards of recruitment.

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Advanced Technical Lead in Bangalore Rural

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 01 Dec 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

They are working on ADAS technology.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

...riod too 90 days of notice period which does not seems to be industry align. 5.No proper response once you leave the organization for your experience letter & pay slip. At end I would say if you are fresher then company is good for you but not for laterals.

Promotions - Poor

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What is the salary of Design Engineer at Aptiv in Chennai?

The average salary of a Design Engineer at Aptiv in Chennai typically ranges from ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹8.9 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 6 years).

The top 10% of Design Engineer in Chennai at Aptiv earn more than ₹8.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹8.9 Lakhs per year. Design Engineer Salaries at Aptiv can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 70+ Aptiv employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Design Engineer at Aptiv in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Design Engineer at Aptiv in Chennai typically ranges from ₹55,294 to ₹56,678 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹8.9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 6 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 70+ salaries received from various employees of Aptiv. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Design Engineer at Aptiv in Chennai?

To be a Design Engineer at Aptiv in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Automotive Engineering
- Analytical Chemistry
- Semiconductor
- Social Work
- Architectural Design

These skills are highly valued at Aptiv and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Aptiv for Design Engineer in India?

Valeo	₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
ZF Friedrichshafen	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Aptiv, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Design Engineer in companies similar to Aptiv in Chennai?

The salary of a Design Engineer at companies similar to Aptiv in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

MRF Tyres	₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
Amara Raja Group	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
Magna International	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹9.9 Lakhs per year
Bosch	₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹7.6 Lakhs per year
Lucas-TVS	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Design Engineer at Aptiv in Chennai?

The salary growth for a Design Engineer at Aptiv in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Design Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Aptiv:

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year

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