Manager - EV Powertrain Sourcing and Development

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited seeks an experienced EV Powertrain Sourcing & Development Engineer to drive components such as BMS, DC-DC converters, OBC, traction motors, and motor controllers for EVs. You will lead NPD from RFQ to SOP, optimize costs, and develop suppliers, collaborating with design teams through concept to production phases.

The role emphasizes manufacturing excellence, localization, and productivity initiatives across PCB assemblies, power electronics, and battery pack

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of EV/power electronics industry experience.
• Expertise in EV powertrain systems and electrical architectures.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, IATF 16949.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and development for EV powertrain components.
• Collaborate with design and engineering through concept, prototype, validation, and production phases.
• Drive NPD from RFQ to SOP including feasibility, localization, and cost competitiveness.
• Conduct Zero-Based Costing, Should Costing, and Value Engineering exercises for EV powertrain components.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for EV electrical components; lead supplier audits and capacity assessments.
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers for process capability improvements and quality enhancement.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Automotive, Mechatronics

Job description

Manager - E&E CDMM & STA Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

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).

EV Powertrain Component Development Lead

Sourcing and development activities for critical EV powertrain components including:

• Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• DC-DC Converters
• On-Board Chargers (OBC)
• Traction Motors
• Motor Controllers/Inverters
• Power Electronics Assemblies
• 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.

Cost Engineering & Value Optimization

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.

Supplier Development

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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Experience Level Mid Level

Mid Level