Sr Lead Engineer - Energy Systems

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd.; Chennai, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd. seeks a senior engineer to lead end-to-end integration, validation, and verification of Battery Management Systems within EV powertrains. You will drive timely delivery of E/E packages for xEV platforms, collaborate with suppliers, and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities include system-level diagnostics, DFMEA reviews, CAN/LIN strategies, and CAPL/CASL scripting, with hands-on testing using oscilloscopes and data loggers to ensure first-time-right delivery.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in automotive with EV systems/high-voltage architectures
• Proven system integration, validation, and supplier collaboration experience
• Hands-on vehicle-level testing, fault tracing, and diagnostics
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP, and CAN/LIN protocols is desirable
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end integration, validation, and verification of BMS within EV powertrains
• Ensure timely delivery of E/E packages for xEV platforms, aligned to standards and milestones
• Coordinate with suppliers for component development, validation, and compliance
• Mentor junior engineers and manage technical deliverables across development phases
• Conduct system-level diagnostics, PFMEA/DFMEA reviews, and root-cause analysis
• Review BMS circuit designs, CAN matrices, and embedded diagnostic strategies
• Operate validation tests using oscilloscopes, battery cyclers, and data loggers

Skills

EV integration

BMS design & validation

HV safety & diagnostics

Supplier management & docs

Leadership & mentoring

Problem solving & decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality & safety mindset

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics/Automotive

M.E./M.Tech in relevant field

Tools

VECTOR CAN tools

CANalyzer/CANoe

VSignalyzer

CAPL/CASL scripting

3D CAD & PLM tools

Oscilloscopes & data loggers

Job description

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Lead end-to-end integration, validation, and verification of Battery Management Systems (BMS) within electric powertrains for passenger EVs.

Ensure timely delivery of Electrical & Electronics (E/E) packages for xEV platforms, aligned with regulatory standards and program milestones.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Power Distribution Box (PDB) features, optimizing for quality, cost, and schedule.

Drive execution excellence by mentoring junior engineers and managing technical deliverables across development phases.

Conduct system-level diagnostics and root cause analysis using quality tools and structured methodologies.

Review and validate BMS circuit designs, CAN communication matrices, and embedded diagnostic strategies.

Coordinate with suppliers for component development, validation, and compliance assurance.

Execute Design Verification Plans (DVP) and participate in DFMEA reviews to mitigate technical risks.

Operate and manage test equipment including oscilloscopes, battery cyclers, and data loggers for validation activities.

Analyze vehicle and pack-level logs to identify and resolve system-level issues.

Validated and production-ready BMS and Cell Supervisory Controller (CSC) systems with full compliance to safety and performance standards.

First-Time-Right delivery of E/E systems across xEV platforms.

Robust diagnostics and fault tracing protocols implemented across vehicle-level systems.

Successful execution of DVP and DFMEA for all battery-related components.

Supplier coordination and validation reports ensuring adherence to technical specifications.

Development and automation of CAPL/CASL scripts for testing and diagnostics.

Contribution to homologation documentation and regulatory compliance strategies.

Support in developing energy storage architectures for BEV, PHEV, EREV, and SHEV platforms.

Cross-functional training modules for junior engineers and new hires.

Participation in innovation forums and technical benchmarking initiatives.

Experience

Minimum 15 years of experience in the automotive sector with a focus on electric vehicle systems and high-voltage architectures.

Proven track record in system integration, validation, and supplier collaboration for E/E systems.

Extensive hands-on experience with vehicle-level testing, fault tracing, and diagnostics.

Industry Preferred

Automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers specializing in Electric Vehicles (EVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), and advanced powertrain systems.

Experience in passenger vehicle programs with embedded systems and high-voltage component integration.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automotive Engineering, or related field.

Certifications in automotive diagnostics, embedded systems, or EV architecture (preferred).

Training in DFMEA, DVP, and CAN/LIN communication protocols is highly desirable.

General Requirements

Competencies and Skills

EV powertrain architecture and system integration

Battery Management System (BMS) design and validation

High-voltage system safety and diagnostics

Supplier management and technical documentation

Tools and Techniques Used

VECTOR tools: CANalyzer, CANoe, VSignalyzer (Advanced proficiency)

3D CAD tools and PLM systems (Working knowledge)

CAPL/CASL scripting (Preferred)

Oscilloscopes, battery cyclers, and data loggers (Hands-on experience)

DFMEA, DVP, and fault tree analysis (Expert level)

Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities

Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills

Effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication

Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement