Concept Lead - HV Battery Concept Design & Early-Phase Development

BMW TechWorks; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

BMWTechWorks India seeks a Design Engineer for the CAD Unit to drive HV battery component design and early-phase development for next-gen EVs. You will create and maintain 3D CATIA models, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and optimize costs and manufacturability for vehicle integration.

Responsibilities include collaborating with battery teams, supporting reviews and changes, and ensuring precision in high-voltage applications and production-ready designs.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Results-driven with focus on deadlines and quality.
• Excellent communication across internal departments and suppliers.
• Commitment to innovation in component design and production.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5/3D for 2D/3D construction and drawings.
• Knowledge of relevant DIN ISO standards and high-voltage battery systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of HV battery components and assemblies, including cooling and cell systems.
• Creation and maintenance of 3D CAD models and drawings in CATIA.
• Collaborate with HV battery development team and suppliers.
• Optimize functionality, cost, manufacturability, and vehicle integration.
• Support technical reviews, engineering changes, and series development activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Results-driven mindset

Innovation mindset

CAD design

Tools

CATIA V5/3D

DIN ISO 16742

DIN ISO 2768

HV battery systems knowledge

FMK (Functional Tolerance Chain Analysis)

Job description

What awaits you/ Job Profile

At BMWTechWorks India, you will be part of the innovative Cluster Digital Product Engineering, driving the development of vital components for BMW’s next-generation electric vehicles. As a Design Engineer in our CAD Unit, you will focus on the development

You will coordinate technical aspects with various BMW specialist departments, bringing your expertise to component design, their interactions, and manufacturing processes.

As the technical expert,HV Battery Concept Design & Early-Phase Development

Join us and contribute your skills in a collaborative environment dedicated to shaping the future of electric mobility with BMW. Responsibility for the design and development of HV battery components and assemblies, including cooling systems, cell contacting systems, cell sensing components, and injection-molded plastic parts
Creation and maintenance of 3D CAD models and drawings using CATIA
Close collaboration with the HV battery development team
Optimization of functionality, cost, manufacturability, and vehicle integration
Support of technical reviews, engineering changes, and series development activities

What should you bring along

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A results-driven approach to meet project deadlines and quality expectations.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with internal departments and external suppliers.
• Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement in component design and production.

Must have technical skill

• Proficient in CAD, especially CATIA V5/3D, for 2D and 3D construction including array and subcomponents, board outlines, folding/bending, panelization, and technical drawing.
• Knowledge of DIN ISO 16742 (plastic molding) and DIN ISO 2768 (metal punching) standards.
• Experience with high-voltage battery systems, including air and creepage requirements.
• Familiarity with FMK (Functional Tolerance Chain Analysis) to ensure component precision and function.

Good to have Technical skills

• Previous experience in automotive battery development or related high-voltage systems.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and quality assurance in automotive component production.
• Ability to identify cost-saving potentials without compromising safety and quality.