Senior Electrical Engineer - Electric Vehicle Design

Mahindra And Mahindra Limited; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra and Mahindra Limited is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead and support the EE design and HV/LV architecture for the electric powertrain of xEV programs. The ideal candidate will bring strong knowledge of EV HV systems, cross functional teamwork, battery pack HV architecture, and power up/down requirements.

You will define system-level electrical architecture, work with suppliers, validate designs across SIL/HIL tests, and support prototype builds while ensuring safety, reliability, and

Qualifications

• Proficiency in E/E architecture for ICE, EV, and Hybrid vehicles, including LV and HV systems, networking, and communication protocols
• Hands-on experience in testing E/E systems, HV systems, and related components
• Collaborate with Tier-1 suppliers to understand and support electrical and electronics components present in the HV battery systems
• Apply strong knowledge of EV systems including DC-DC converters, onboard chargers, HV batteries, and e-motors
• Work with vehicle E&E aggregates such as Body Control Modules, ABS/ESP, SRS/Airbag systems, and infotainment/HMI units

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of subsystems within the electrical architecture for high-voltage battery systems, including layout, electrical interfaces, and electric component selection
• Develop a comprehensive DVP&R working with development engineers to formulate, conduct, and capture validation tests at various levels (SIL, HIL, Component, and Vehicle)
• Define system-level electrical architecture including HV and LV interfaces, isolation strategies, and grounding schemes
• Strong understanding & Defining of HV safety, Crash safety, powertrain system architecture
• Defining power up and power down procedure at vehicle level for electric powertrain components and discuss with CFT for implementation
• Specify and select key electrical components for the battery architecture, including contactors, fusing element and measurement devices. Work with suppliers to ensure components meet required specifications and standards

Skills

HV systems

Battery architecture

System-level testing

SFMEA

Cross-functional collaboration

Prototype build support

Education

BE/B Tech (Electrical)

ME/M Tech (Electrical)

Tools

CANalyzer

CANoe

VSignalyzer

Job description

Senior Engineer - Design COE EV Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

We are seeking a skilled and motivated engineer to lead and support the EE design and HV, LV architecture for the electric power train of xEV’s programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge in EV high voltage systems, cross-functional team collaboration, battery pack system HV architecture and definition of power up and power down requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of subsystems within the electrical architecture for high-voltage battery systems, including layout, electrical interfaces, and electric component selection
• Develop a comprehensive DVP&R working with development engineers to formulate, conduct, and capture validation tests at various levels (SIL, HIL, Component, and Vehicle)
• Define system-level electrical architecture including HV and LV interfaces, isolation strategies, and grounding schemes.
• Strong understanding & Defining of HV safety, Crash safety, powertrain system architecture
• Defining power up and power down procedure at vehicle level for electric powertrain components and discuss with CFT for implementation
• Specify and select key electrical components for the battery architecture, including contactors, fusing element and measurement devices. Work with suppliers to ensure components meet required specifications and standards
• Analyse the filed failures data and find a root cause for the issue to implement corrective actions.
• Define and execute test plans for system validation, including functional, electrical, and thermal testing to ensure performance, durability, and safety under various conditions
• Support the build of prototypes and early-stage vehicles, ensuring proper assembly and integration of high-voltage systems
• Conduct system failure mode and effects analysis (SFMEA) and hazard analysis to identify potential failure points and implement design mitigations to ensure system safety and reliability

Experience Experience:

• 3-9 years - BE/B Tech (Electrical Engineering / Electronics and Communication / Automobile engineering)
• 1-2 years - ME/M Tech (Electrical Engineering / Electronics and Communication / Automobile engineering)

Industry Preferred Qualifications BE or ME

General Requirements General Requirements:

• Proficiency in E/E architecture for ICE, EV, and Hybrid vehicles, including LV and HV systems, networking, and communication protocols (e.g., OBC, DCDC, EVSE, sensors, LV battery)
• Hands-on experience in testing E/E systems, high-voltage (HV) systems, and related components
• Collaborate with Tier-1 suppliers to understand and support electrical and electronics components present in the HV battery systems
• Apply strong knowledge of EV systems including DC-DC converters, onboard chargers, HV batteries, and e-motors.
• Work with vehicle E&E aggregates such as Body Control Modules, ABS/ESP, SRS/Airbag systems, and infotainment/HMI units.
• Utilize VECTOR tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, and VSignalyzer for communication analysis and diagnostics.
• Support system-level debugging, fault tracing, and log analysis during vehicle testing, validation and field failures.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do.

We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants. Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.

Experience Level Senior Level