Power Electronics Design Lead

Larsen & Toubro; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro Limited is seeking a Senior Power Electronics Design engineer (P4) to lead the end-to-end development and integration of advanced power electronic systems for renewable energy and industrial automation.

You will define architectures, guide concepts to mass production, and collaborate across hardware, software, mechanical, and production teams to ensure on-time delivery while meeting safety and performance standards.

Qualifications

• MTech in Power Electronics or related discipline.
• 8–15+ years of power electronic system design experience.
• Experience in automotive or industrial sectors with 10kW+ ratings and 400V+.
• Hands-on with MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTspice, Altium Designer, and PCB design.
• Embedded software experience in C/C++, microcontrollers, FPGAs.
• Experience with safety standards, FTA, FMEA, and mass production launches.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development and integration of power electronic systems for renewables and industrial automation.
• Define system architecture, topology, requirements, and interfaces for industrial power converters and high-voltage platforms.
• Guide designs from concept to mass production and ensure on-time delivery.
• Collaborate across hardware, software, mechanical, testing, production, supply chain and project management teams.
• Ensure compliance with international safety and performance standards; perform validation and HIL testing where applicable.
• Create and maintain technical documentation: schematics, BOMs, tests, and production drawings.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing and process improvement.

Skills

Power electronics design

Power conversion topologies

MATLAB/Simulink

Embedded C/C++

Thermal management

EMC/EMI

System engineering

High voltage systems

Education

MTech in Power Electronics

Tools

PLECS

LTspice

Altium Designer

Job description

Role Overview

Job Description – Senior Power Electronics Design (P4)

Lead the end-to-end development and integration of advanced power electronic systems for renewable energy, and industrial automation. system architecture, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to global safety and performance standards. Resolve complex system-level challenges—including thermal, EMI/EMC, and functional safety—while mentoring engineering teams and fostering a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and integration of power electronic systems—including AC-DC, DC-AC, and DC-DC converters, inverters, renewable energy platforms, and industrial converters.
• Work on electrical engineering lifecycle: Requirements → Architecture → Detailed Design → Prototype → Validation → Certification → Production support
• Define system architecture, topology, requirements, and interface specifications for industrial power converters, charging platforms, high-voltage drivetrain systems.
• Guiding designs from concept to mass production.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across hardware, software, mechanical, integration, testing, production, supply chain and project management teams to ensure seamless product development and successful delivery within time.
• Ensure compliance with relevant international safety and performance standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues related to system behaviour, thermal management, electromagnetic compatibility/interference (EMC/EMI), and power quality.
• Lead detailed design reviews and ensure comprehensive validation and verification coverage across system interfaces and critical performance metrics, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing where applicable and safety assessments.
• Ensure the product meets quality, cost and timeline requirements.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of detailed technical documentation, including schematics, Bills of Materials (BOM), specifications, test protocols, validation reports, and production drawings.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers while fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and driving continuous improvement in engineering processes and best practices.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• MTech . in Power Electronics specialization or related discipline.
• 8–15 +years of experience designing and developing power electronic systems, preferably in automotive or industrial sectors with 10kW and above ratings, voltage level 400V and above
• Deep knowledge of power conversion topologies (AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC), magnetic component design, and switching device characteristics
• End to end product lifecycle development experience
• Solid hands-on experience with industry-standard simulation and design tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTspice, Altium Designer, and PCB design suites.
• Familiarity with embedded software and firmware development for power converter control (e.g., C/C++, microcontrollers, FPGA programming).
• Proven track record of successfully taking products from concept through validation, functional safety assessment, and mass production launch.
• Understanding and application of functional safety principles and systems engineering methodologies (FTA, FMEA, V-Model/System V).
• Knowledge of high-power applications, including thermal management, safety, and EMC/EMI requirements.
• Passion for innovation, high ethical standards, and a commitment to engineering excellence and product quality
• Preferred Industry Background
• Renewable Energy & Solar Inverters
• BESS / PCS Manufacturers
• EV Charging Infrastructure
• Industrial Power Electronics OEMs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with Industrial Power Converter OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers.
• Experience in control system theory, including PID and digital control algorithms, and implementation on embedded platforms (microcontrollers, FPGAs).
• Exposure to model-based design approaches and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation environments.
• Familiarity with automotive and industrial communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Modbus.
• Excellent documentation skills, strong interpersonal and communication abilities, and a proven ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of standards such as IEC 61851, IEC 62133, CE, UL2202, IS standards, ASIL, OCPP+ and IATF 16949.