Project Manager - Power Electronics Converters

Larsen & Toubro; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro is seeking a Project Manager for Power Electronics Converter Development in Bengaluru. You will lead end-to-end projects from concept to production, coordinating hardware, firmware, mechanical, and thermal teams to meet cost, quality, and performance targets.

The role requires 3–5 years in power electronics or electronics project management, with PMP/Scrum Master being a plus. On-site collaboration across functions is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in power electronics product development or electronics project management.
• PM certifications (PMP or Scrum Master) are a plus.
• Experience coordinating across hardware, firmware, mechanical, thermal, and PCB layout teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for power converter development (concept to production).
• Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
• Develop and maintain project schedules (Gantt charts, trackers).
• Monitor progress against design gates (concept, design, validation, industrialization).

Skills

Project management

Vendor coordination

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Excel-based trackers

MS Visio

Job description

Job Description: Project Manager – Power Electronics Converter Development (3–5 Years Experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager with 3–5 years of experience in power electronics product development to lead end-to-end execution of converter-based projects (DC-DC / AC-DC). The role involves cross‑functional coordination, technical understanding, supplier engagement, and ensuring timely delivery aligned with cost, quality, and performance targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for power converter development (concept to production)


• Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and milestones


• Develop and maintain project schedules (Gantt charts, trackers)


• Monitor progress against design gates (e.g., concept, design, validation, industrialization)

Technical Coordination

• Work closely with hardware, firmware, mechanical, thermal, and PCB layout teams


• Ensure alignment with design requirements, specifications, and standards


• Support technical decision‑making through basic understanding of:




• Power converter topologies (Buck, Boost, Flyback, LLC, etc.)


• Thermal management (heat sinks, cooling strategies)


• EMI/EMC compliance


• PCB design constraints for power electronics

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with vendors, design partners (e.g., PCB, CFD, magnetics, fabrication)


• Support RFQ, vendor selection, and onboarding processes


• Track supplier deliverables, lead times, and risks


• Manage communication with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Management)

Risk Management & Issue Resolution

• Identify project risks proactively (technical, supply chain, resource‑related)


• Develop and track mitigation plans


• Handle change management and deviations effectively


• Escalate critical issues in a structured and timely manner

Cost & Resource Management

• Track engineering hours, development cost, and BOM targets


• Support cost optimization through:




• Design reviews (DFM, DFA)


• Supplier alternatives


• Value engineering initiatives

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to quality processes (APQP, ISO standards, internal guidelines)


• Support design reviews, validation plans, and testing milestones


• Ensure proper documentation and traceability

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain:




• Project plans


• Risk registers


• Meeting minutes


• Status reports




• Prepare and present periodic project updates including:




• Milestones


• Risks & mitigation


• Cost & resource status


• Support required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics / Power Electronics Engineering


• PMP /Scrum master certification is a plus


• 3–5 years of experience in:




• Power electronics product development OR


• Engineering project management in electronics domain

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of:




• Power electronics converters (DC-DC, AC-DC)


• PCB development lifecycle


• Thermal and EMI considerations




• Familiarity with tools (preferred):




• MS Project / Excel‑based trackers


• MS Visio

Project Management Skills

• Strong planning, scheduling, and coordination capability


• Experience with structured methodologies (APQP, Stage‑Gate preferred)


• Ability to manage multiple vendors and cross‑functional teams

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management


• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making


• Ability to work under tight timelines and dynamic environments


• High level of ownership and accountability

Preferred Experience

• Experience in industrial, automotive, or railway power electronics applications


• Exposure to:




• Industrialization activities


• Supply chain coordination


• Prototype to production transition

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On‑time milestone achievement


• Cost adherence vs. plan


• Risk closure effectiveness


• Supplier delivery performance


• Quality of project documentation and reporting