Varroc Appoints Eric Hamon as Chief Technical Officer to Drive Next Phase of Automotive Innovation
Varroc Engineering Limited has announced the appointment of Eric Hamon as its new Chief Technical Officer (CTO), effective August 3, 2026. The appointment is part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its global engineering capabilities and accelerate innovation in electrification, connected mobility, and software-defined vehicles.
Veteran Automotive Technology Leader Joins Varroc
Eric Hamon brings more than 25 years of global experience in the automotive technology industry. Throughout his career, he has led large engineering teams and worked on advanced technologies, including:
- Electrification and electric powertrain systems
- Electrical and electronic architectures
- Software-defined vehicles (SDVs)
- Connected vehicle technologies
- Embedded software
- Functional safety and cybersecurity
Before joining Varroc, Hamon served as Director – E Axle & System Platforms at Valeo E, where he was responsible for the global product strategy for eAxle platforms.
Key Responsibilities as CTO
As Chief Technical Officer, Eric Hamon will report to Arjun Jain, Whole-Time Director & CEO – Business I. He will lead Varroc’s global technology and engineering teams and focus on:
- Developing the company’s technology strategy and innovation roadmap
- Expanding products in electrification, electrical-electronics, and connected systems
- Improving engineering processes and product development
- Strengthening collaboration with global automotive customers and technology partners
- Driving future-ready mobility solutions that are safe, smart, and sustainable
Leadership Comments
Welcoming Hamon to the company, Arjun Jain said his extensive global experience and technical expertise will play an important role as the automotive industry continues its shift toward electrification, connectivity, and sustainable mobility.
Eric Hamon also expressed enthusiasm about joining Varroc during a transformative period for the automotive sector. He said he looks forward to working with the company’s global teams to accelerate innovation, deepen customer partnerships, and develop next-generation mobility technologies.
Strengthening Innovation for the Future
Varroc said the appointment reflects its continued investment in research, engineering, and advanced automotive technologies.
The company is expanding its technology portfolio to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles, connected mobility solutions, and software-driven automotive systems. Hamon’s experience in global engineering operations and product development is expected to support these long-term growth initiatives.
About Varroc Engineering
Varroc Engineering Limited is a global Tier-1 automotive component manufacturer established in 1988. The company supplies a wide range of products, including:
- E-mobility solutions
- Lighting systems
- Body systems
- Human Machine Interface (HMI) solutions
- ICE powertrain components
- Advanced electronics
Varroc serves leading automotive manufacturers across two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and off-highway vehicles.
As of FY26, the company reported group income of ₹8,908 crore from continuing operations. It operates 37 manufacturing facilities worldwide, supported by 7 R&D centres, employs over 5,400 people, including more than 750 R&D engineers, and has filed over 130 patents.