Lead Engineer _ Automotive Controller Systems

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited [Automotive and Farm Equipment Business]; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited – Automotive Electronics division in Bengaluru seeks a Team Leader to drive system‑level development of automotive electronic controllers. The role leads 2–4 engineers and shapes system and software requirements.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in automotive electronics, strong knowledge of CAN/CAN FD, and hands‑on UDS/J1939 experience, with ability to resolve complex system issues in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical or Electronics or Master’s in Power Electronics.
• 8–10 years of experience in automotive electronics.
• Strong knowledge of CAN / CAN FD.
• Hands‑on experience with UDS and J1939 protocols.
• Ability to understand system issues and drive technical resolutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead system‑level development of automotive electronic controllers.
• Develop and manage system and software requirements.
• Guide basic hardware development, with strong focus on schematic understanding.
• Drive integration of HW, SW, and system components.
• Provide technical leadership to a team of 2–4 engineers.
• Quickly analyze and resolve field issues.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams (HW, SW, Validation, Manufacturing).

Skills

System requirements

Digital Electronics

Power Electronics

CAN / CAN FD

UDS/J1939

Technical leadership

Education

B.E./B.Tech (Electrical / Electronics) or Master’s in Power Electronics

Job description

About the Role

Team Leader – Automotive Electronics

Experience: 8–10 years

Education: B.E / B.Tech (Electrical / Electronics) or Master’s in Power Electronics

Responsibilities

• Lead system‑level development of automotive electronic controllers
• Develop and manage system and software requirements
• Guide basic hardware development, with strong focus on schematic understanding
• Drive integration of HW, SW, and system components
• Provide technical leadership to a team of 2–4 engineers
• Quickly analyze and resolve field issues
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams (HW, SW, Validation, Manufacturing)

Qualifications

Strong experience in Automotive Controller System Requirement Development

Sound knowledge of Digital Electronics and Power Electronics

Good working knowledge of CAN / CAN FD

Hands‑on experience with UDS and J1939 protocols

Ability to understand system issues and drive technical resolutions

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Automotive Controller System Requirement Development
• Sound knowledge of Digital Electronics and Power Electronics
• Good working knowledge of CAN / CAN FD
• Hands‑on experience with UDS and J1939 protocols
• Ability to understand system issues and drive technical resolutions

Preferred Skills

• 2+ years of embedded software development experience
• Prior experience in BMS, On‑Board Charger, or DC‑DC Converter systems (system perspective)
• Exposure to EV or power electronics‑based automotive systems

Pay range and compensation package

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical leadership and ownership mindset
• Ability to mentor and manage a small team
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced automotive environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.