AGM Integration-Vehicle & Field Compliance (Electrical & Electronics)

Propel Industries; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Propel Industries seeks a seasoned Electrical & Electronics leader to drive system integration for heavy commercial EVs. You will mentor an E&E team spanning chargers, harnesses, software, and diagnostics, ensuring robust RCA and field issue resolution.

The role requires extensive experience in EV architectures, HV safety, and regulatory homologation, leading cross-functional teams to deliver compliant, reliable electric propulsion systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Electronic/Automotive engineering.
• 10–15+ years in automotive E&E with leadership experience.
• Experience with Heavy Commercial Vehicles, EVs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and govern an E&E team across Chargers, Wiring Harnesses, System Integration, Homologation, Diagnostics, and RCA.
• Oversee end-to-end integration of electrical subsystems into heavy commercial EVs.
• Drive RCA for electrical, electronic and software issues using 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone methods.
• Oversee homologation, testing, and compliance of vehicle subsystems with regulations and safety standards.

Skills

EV architecture

Power electronics

High-voltage safety

Wiring harness layouts

Thermal management systems

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical/Electronics/Automotive engineering

Engineering degree with relevant automotive focus

Tools

CANalyzer

CANoe

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities & Duties

1. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and govern a multi-layered E&E team spanning Chargers, Wiring Harnesses, System Integration, Homologation, Diagnostics, and RCA.
• Resource allocation and workforce tracking across sub-teams (managing dedicated engineers, senior engineers, and assistant managers).
• Identify competency gaps and recruit specialized talent to fill open requirements (e.g., Diagnostic and RCA roles).

2. E&E System Integration & Architecture

• Oversee the end-to-end integration of Electrical & Electronic subsystems into heavy commercial electric vehicles.
• Validate wiring harness designs, routing, and sub-component installations to prevent interference and routing failures.
• Manage charging system integration (AC/DC fast chargers) ensuring seamless communication between the charging station and the vehicle's Battery Management System (BMS).

3. Field Issues, Troubleshooting & RCA

• Act as the ultimate technical escalation point for complex, early-life vehicle failures reported from the field.
• Drive systematic Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for electrical, electronic, and software bugs using advanced engineering methods (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone analysis).
• Deploy automotive diagnostic tools and protocols to isolate faults, reading and analyzing error logs from ECUs, BMS, and motor controllers.

4. Compliance, Homologation & Release

• Oversee the testing and validation processes required for full vehicle homologation and certification.
• Ensure all vehicle electrical subsystems comply with regional regulations, high-voltage safety protocols, and standard automotive codes.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Technical Domain Expertise: Strong understanding of EV architecture, power electronics, high-voltage vehicle safety, wiring harness layouts, and thermal management systems.
• Diagnostics & Analysis: Hands-on experience with vehicle communication protocols (CAN, J1939, LIN) and diagnostic tools (CANalyzer, CANoe, or equivalent).
• Problem-Solving Frameworks: Demonstrated expertise in formal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Leadership Style: Collaborative yet authoritative technical leader capable of interfacing effectively with cross-functional manufacturing, quality, and service teams.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors / Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience: 10–15+ years of core engineering experience in automotive E&E domains, with a significant background in Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCVs), Off-Highway Trucks, or Electric Vehicles. Minimum 3–5 years in a managerial or lead engineering role.