Manufacturing Engineering Lead - BESS

Larsen & Toubro Limited; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro Limited seeks a Head of Manufacturing to lead end-to-end operations for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) serving C&I and utility-scale projects. You will drive manufacturing excellence for modules, packs, racks, BMS, and containerised systems, while shaping scalable processes and a high-performance team.

The role demands strategic manufacturing leadership, experience with large-scale production, adherence to ISO standards, and a track record of cost efficiency and safety in

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master level engineering degree in electrical, electronics, mechanical or industrial engineering.
• 20+ years of manufacturing experience with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Experience in BESS, battery manufacturing, power electronics or related environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for BESS including modules, packs, racks and integration.
• Drive Lean Six Sigma, Industry 4.0 and cost-competitiveness across sites.
• Plan capacity, cadence production, and ramp new lines and facilities.
• Ensure ISO 9001/14001/45001 compliance and safety culture.
• Collaborate with engineering, QA, supply chain and project teams for on-time delivery.
• Build leadership pipeline and scale operations to gigawatt-hour scale.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Execution excellence

Team building

Continuous improvement

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Quality & safety focus

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/ Electronics/ Mechanical/ Industrial Engineering

Master’s degree in engineering or Operations Management

MBA preferred

Tools

LEAN Manufacturing

Six Sigma

TPM

Kaizen

APQP

PFMEA

SPC

MES systems

ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)

Job description

• DEIC-L&T Precision Engineering & Systems IC
• Coimbatore Campus

Posted On 14 Oct 2026

End Date 12 Apr 2027

Required Experience 15 - 20 years

Knowledge & Posting Location

Manufacturing

Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Bachelor of Engineering (BE)

Job Description

Head - Manufacturing (BESS: C&I & Utility Scale)Position SummaryThe Head of Manufacturing will lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) catering to Commercial & Industrial (C&I) and Utility-scale energy storage applications. The role will be responsible for driving manufacturing excellence across battery module assembly, battery packs, racks,BMS, containerised BESS integration, power conversion system (PCS) integration, testing, quality, supply chain coordination, and project delivery readiness.The incumbent will be instrumental in scaling operations from current manufacturing levels to gigawatt-hour-scale production while ensuring world-class quality, safety, productivity, and cost competitiveness.Key ResponsibilitiesManufacturing Leadership Develop and execute manufacturing strategy aligned with business growth objectives. Lead manufacturing operations for: Battery modules Battery packs Battery rack Containerised BESS system Integrated PCS and energy management systems Establish scalable manufacturing processes for C&I and utility-scale projects. Drive operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Build a high-performance manufacturing organisation and leadership pipeline.Production Planning & Execution Ensure achievement of production targets related to: Capacity Cost Quality Delivery Productivity Optimise manufacturing throughput and capacity utilisation. Develop annual manufacturing plans and expansion roadmaps. Lead commissioning and ramp-up of new manufacturing lines and facilities.BESS System Integration Oversee manufacturing of: Battery enclosures Battery rack DC system PCS integration EMS/SCADA integration Containerised BESS solutions Ensure compliance with: IEC standards UL standards NFPA requirements Grid-code requirements Customer specifications Collaborate with engineering teams for design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA).Quality & Reliability Develop robust quality management systems. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. Drive: First-pass yield improvement Defect reduction Warranty reduction Reliability enhancement Lead root-cause analysis and corrective action programmes.EHS Leadership Establish a safety-first manufacturing culture. Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. Implement battery handling and energy storage safety protocols. Lead emergency preparedness and fire safety initiatives for lithium-ion and advanced battery technologies.Supply Chain & Vendor Development Work closely with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure uninterrupted material availability. Develop strategic partnerships with suppliers for: Cellso PCSo Battery Management Systemso Thermal management systemso Power electronicso Structural components Establish supplier quality management programmes.Cost Optimisation Drive manufacturing cost reduction initiatives. Improve: Labour productivity Material utilisation Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) Inventory turns Identify localisation opportunities for critical subsystems and components.Capacity Expansion & New Programmes Lead greenfield and brownfield expansion projects. Support introduction of emerging battery technologies including: LFPo LMFPo Sodium-Iono Future battery chemistries Develop manufacturing readiness plans for new products.Cross Functional Leadership Work closely with: Engineering R&Do Product Managemento Qualityo Supply Chaino Projectso Serviceto ensure seamless execution of customer projects.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Manufacturing capacity utilisation Production output (MWh/GWh) OEE On-time delivery Manufacturing cost per kWh First-pass yield Scrap and rework reduction Warranty cost reduction Safety performance (LTIFR) Inventory turns EBITDA contribution from operationsQualificationsEducation B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related discipline. Master’s degree in engineering or Operations Management preferred. MBA preferred.________________________________________ExperienceEssential 20+ years of manufacturing experience. Minimum 5 years in leadership roles managing large manufacturing operations. Proven experience in one or more of: BESS manufacturing Battery manufacturing Power electronics manufacturing Inverter manufacturing EV battery pack manufacturing Renewable energy equipment manufacturingPreferred Experience in utility-scale energy storage projects. Experience in containerised BESS manufacturing. Exposure to gigafactory or large-scale battery manufacturing environments. Experience setting up new manufacturing plants or production lines.Technical CompetenciesStrong Understanding Of Battery technologies LFPo LMFPo NMCo Sodium-Ion Battery Management Systems (BMS) Power Conversion Systems (PCS) Energy Management Systems (EMS) SCADA integration Thermal management systems HV & LV electrical systems Grid-connected energy storage systemsManufacturing Tools Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma TPM Kaizen APQP PFMEA SPC MES systems ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)Leadership Competencies Strategic thinking Execution excellence Team building Change management Stakeholder management Commercial acumen Problem-solving capability Customer orientation Continuous improvement mindsetIdeal Candidate ProfileA seasoned manufacturing leader with a strong background in battery energy storage systems, power electronics, or advanced energy technologies, capable of building a world-class manufacturing organisation that delivers safe, reliable, and cost-competitive BESS solutions for C&I and utility-scale markets.Target Industries Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Battery Cell Manufacturing EV Battery Manufacturing Solar Inverter Manufacturing UPS Manufacturing Renewable Energy Equipment Grid Infrastructure Equipment