Hardware Project Manager - BMS (BESS Domain)

Joinimagine; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Hardware Project Manager to lead the end-to-end development of BMS hardware for grid-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems. You will own the hardware lifecycle from concept to release, ensuring system integration and compliance with safety and quality standards.

This role requires strong expertise in power electronics, embedded hardware, and cross-functional leadership across hardware, software, mechanical

Qualifications

• Education: Electrical/Electronics degree (B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech).
• 15–20 years in hardware development and project management.
• Experience in BMS / Battery Systems / Power Electronics / BESS.
• Know-how of BMS architecture, sensing, balancing.
• Embedded hardware and analog/digital design experience.
• System integration in energy storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead complete lifecycle of BMS hardware projects (concept → design → validation → release).
• Define scope, timelines, milestones and resource plans; monitor KPIs and risks.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams: Hardware, Software, Mechanical, V&V; ensure system-level integration.

Skills

BMS architecture

Battery sensing

Balancing

Embedded hardware

Analog/digital design

System integration

DVP/testing/reliability

Jira/MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical / Electronics Engineering

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

Company Description

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 27,000+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities : Seeking an experienced Hardware Project Manager to lead development and delivery of Battery Management System (BMS) hardware for grid-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role involves end-to-end ownership of hardware lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery, system integration, and compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Delivery

• Lead complete lifecycle of BMS hardware projects (concept ? design ? validation ? release)

• Define scope, timelines, milestones, and resource plans

• Monitor project KPIs, risks, and ensure on-time delivery

Hardware Development & Technical Coordination

• Drive development of:

  • BMS electronics (AFE, MCU, sensing, protection circuits)

  • Communication interfaces (CAN, Ethernet)

• Ensure alignment with BESS system architecture (battery, PCS, EMS integration)

• Coordinate cross-functional teams: Hardware, Software, Mechanical, V&V

System Requirements & Integration

• Translate system-level requirements into hardware specifications

• Ensure requirement traceability and system-level integration

• Support end-to-end product integration and change management

Validation, Quality & Compliance

• Lead DVP, validation, and qualification testing

• Drive FMEA, root cause analysis, and issue resolution

• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards (IEC, UL, functional safety)

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders

• Manage vendors for PCB design, prototyping, and testing

• Ensure clear communication and alignment on deliverables

Documentation & Product Release

• Ensure availability of:

  • Design documents, test reports, interface specifications

• Support product release, certification, and manufacturing handover

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical / Electronics Engineering

Experience

• 15–20 years in hardware development & project management

• Experience in BMS / Battery Systems / Power Electronics / BESS

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:

  • BMS architecture, battery sensing, balancing

  • Embedded hardware & analog/digital design

  • System integration in energy storage systems

• Understanding of validation processes (DVP, testing, reliability)

Project & Tools

• Experience in:

  • Project planning, risk management, stakeholder handling

• Tools: Jira / MS Project / equivalent tracking tools

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership & communication skills

• Analytical and problem-solving mindset (critical for BMS domain)

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to certification and compliance processes

Key Success Metrics

• On-time project delivery

• Hardware quality and reliability

• Compliance with standards

• Stakeholder satisfaction