Job description
Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
1️. Key Tasks and Deliverables
- Lead end-to-end integration, validation, and verification of Battery Management Systems (BMS) within electric powertrains for passenger EVs.
- Ensure timely delivery of Electrical & Electronics (E/E) packages for xEV platforms, aligned with regulatory standards and program milestones.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Power Distribution Box (PDB) features, optimizing for quality, cost, and schedule.
- Drive execution excellence by mentoring junior engineers and managing technical deliverables across development phases.
- Conduct system-level diagnostics and root cause analysis using quality tools and structured methodologies.
- Review and validate BMS circuit designs, CAN communication matrices, and embedded diagnostic strategies.
- Coordinate with suppliers for component development, validation, and compliance assurance.
- Execute Design Verification Plans (DVP) and participate in DFMEA reviews to mitigate technical risks.
- Operate and manage test equipment including oscilloscopes, battery cyclers, and data loggers for validation activities.
- Analyze vehicle and pack-level logs to identify and resolve system-level issues.
2️. Critical Must-Have Deliverables
- Validated and production-ready BMS and Cell Supervisory Controller (CSC) systems with full compliance to safety and performance standards.
- First-Time-Right delivery of E/E systems across xEV platforms.
- Robust diagnostics and fault tracing protocols implemented across vehicle-level systems.
- Successful execution of DVP and DFMEA for all battery-related components.
- Supplier coordination and validation reports ensuring adherence to technical specifications.
3️. Good-to-Have Deliverables
- Development and automation of CAPL/CASL scripts for testing and diagnostics.
- Contribution to homologation documentation and regulatory compliance strategies.
- Support in developing energy storage architectures for BEV, PHEV, EREV, and SHEV platforms.
- Cross-functional training modules for junior engineers and new hires.
- Participation in innovation forums and technical benchmarking initiatives.
Experience
- Minimum 15 years of experience in the automotive sector with a focus on electric vehicle systems and high-voltage architectures.
- Proven track record in system integration, validation, and supplier collaboration for E/E systems.
- Extensive hands-on experience with vehicle-level testing, fault tracing, and diagnostics.
Industry Preferred
- Automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers specializing in Electric Vehicles (EVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), and advanced powertrain systems.
- Experience in passenger vehicle programs with embedded systems and high-voltage component integration.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
- Certifications in automotive diagnostics, embedded systems, or EV architecture (preferred).
- Training in DFMEA, DVP, and CAN/LIN communication protocols is highly desirable.
General Requirements
Competencies and Skills
Functional Competencies
- EV powertrain architecture and system integration
- Battery Management System (BMS) design and validation
- High-voltage system safety and diagnostics
- Supplier management and technical documentation
Tools and Techniques Used
- VECTOR tools: CANalyzer, CANoe, VSignalyzer (Advanced proficiency)
- 3D CAD tools and PLM systems (Working knowledge)
- CAPL/CASL scripting (Preferred)
- Oscilloscopes, battery cyclers, and data loggers (Hands-on experience)
- DFMEA, DVP, and fault tree analysis (Expert level)
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement