Manager - E&E CDMM & STA

Mahindra Careers; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd. seeks an experienced EV Powertrain Sourcing & Development Engineer to lead sourcing and development of BMS, OBC, traction motors, and related high/low voltage components.

You will collaborate with design teams through concept, prototype, validation and production, driving NPD from RFQ to SOP and performing ZBC, Should Costing, and VAVE exercises for cost optimization. You will identify supplier opportunities, evaluate capabilities, and manage localization, ripples

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Electronics, Automotive, Mechatronics, or related engineering.
• 5–10 years of experience in EV, Automotive, or Power Electronics industry.
• Expertise in EV powertrain systems and electrical/electronic architectures.
• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing, SMT processes, electronic testing, and reliability validation.
• Experience in VAVE, Should Costing, Tear Down Analysis, and Cost Benchmarking.
• Understanding of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Strong supplier network across BMS, Charger, Motor, Inverter, and Power Electronics manufacturing ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and development for BMS, OBC, traction motors, and related components.
• Collaborate with design and engineering during concept, prototype, validation, and production phases.
• Drive NPD activities from RFQ stage through SOP (Start of Production).
• Conduct Zero-Based Costing (ZBC), Should Costing, and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) exercises for EV powertrain components.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through design optimization, alternate materials, process improvements, localization, and supplier negotiations.
• Benchmark industry technologies and market pricing trends.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for EV electrical and electronic components.
• Develop alternate sourcing strategies to reduce supply chain risks and improve business continuity.
• Assess supplier manufacturing capabilities, process controls, quality systems, and technology roadmaps.
• Lead supplier audits, technical reviews, and capacity assessments.

Skills

EV powertrain

Sourcing & development

BMS

DC-DC converters

On-Board Chargers (OBC)

Traction motors

Motor controllers/inverters

Supplier qualification

Costing methods

APQP

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronics/Automotive/Mechatronics

Tools

APQP

PPAP

IATF 16949

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We are seeking an experienced EV Powertrain Sourcing & Development Engineer with strong expertise in Battery Management Systems (BMS), DC-DC Converters, Chargers, Traction Motors, Motor Controllers/Inverters, and other high-voltage/low-voltage electrical powertrain components used in Electric Vehicles (EVs).

• Lead sourcing and development activities for critical EV powertrain components including:
• Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• On-Board Chargers (OBC)
• Traction Motors
• PCB Assemblies and Embedded Electronic Modules
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams during concept, prototype, validation, and production phases.

New Product Development (NPD)

• Drive NPD activities from RFQ stage through SOP (Start of Production).
• Evaluate design feasibility, manufacturability, localization opportunities, and cost competitiveness.
• Support component selection, supplier nomination, APQP activities, and production readiness.
• Conduct Zero-Based Costing (ZBC), Should Costing, and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) exercises for EV powertrain components.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through design optimization, alternate materials, process improvements, localization, and supplier negotiations.
• Benchmark industry technologies and market pricing trends.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for EV electrical and electronic components.
• Develop alternate sourcing strategies to reduce supply chain risks and improve business continuity.
• Assess supplier manufacturing capabilities, process controls, quality systems, and technology roadmaps.
• Lead supplier audits, technical reviews, and capacity assessments.

Manufacturing & Technical Process Excellence

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes related to:
• PCB Assembly (SMT & THT)
• Power Electronics Manufacturing
• Magnetics Manufacturing
• Motor Manufacturing & Testing
• Battery Pack Assembly
• Electronics Reliability Validation
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers for process capability improvements and quality enhancement.

Productivity & Localization Initiatives

• Drive localization and indigenization projects for EV powertrain systems.
• Lead productivity improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, improving throughput, and enhancing supply chain efficiency.
• Support capacity planning and manufacturing process optimization.

Commercial & Negotiation Management

• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers for cost, tooling, investments, development charges, and annual productivity targets.
• Ensure achievement of cost, quality, delivery, and technology objectives.

Experience

5-10 years

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Automotive, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5-10 years of experience in EV, Automotive, or Power Electronics industry.

General Requirements

• Expertise in EV powertrain systems and electrical/electronic architectures.
• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing, SMT processes, electronic testing, and reliability validation.
• Experience in VAVE, Should Costing, Tear Down Analysis, and Cost Benchmarking.
• Understanding of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Familiarity with EV-specific regulatory and safety standards including AIS, ISO 26262, UN R100, and IEC standards.
• Strong supplier network across BMS, Charger, Motor, Inverter, and Power Electronics manufacturing ecosystem.
• Knowledge of tooling development, validation processes, and industrialization activities will be an added advantage.

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