Sr Lead Engineer - Energy Systems

Mahindra & Mahindra Limited; Chennai; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra & Mahindra Limited seeks a senior engineer to lead BMS integration in passenger EV powertrains, coordinating across teams and suppliers. You will drive validation, DFMEA, and DVP activities to ensure robust EV systems.

The role requires extensive hands-on experience with high-voltage architectures, BMS design, and cross-functional leadership to deliver first-time-right E/E solutions across xEV platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in automotive with EV systems and HV architectures.
• Proven track record in system integration, validation, and supplier collaboration.
• Hands-on vehicle-level testing, fault tracing, and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end integration, validation, and verification of BMS in EV powertrains.
• Ensure timely E/E package deliveries for xEV platforms per standards and milestones.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize PDB features, cost, quality, and schedule.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage technical deliverables across development phases.
• Perform system diagnostics and root-cause analysis using quality tools.
• Review BMS circuits, CAN matrices, and embedded diagnostic strategies.
• Coordinate with suppliers for development, validation, and compliance.
• Execute DVP and participate in DFMEA reviews to reduce risks.
• Operate test equipment (oscilloscopes, cyclers, data loggers) for validation.
• Analyze logs to identify and resolve system-level issues.

Skills

EV powertrain

BMS design

HV safety

Supplier management

Technical documentation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Electronics/Automotive Engineering

Tools

CAN tools (CANalyzer, CANoe, VSignalyzer)

3D CAD & PLM

CAPL/CASL scripting

Test & diagnostic hardware (oscilloscopes, cyclers)

DFMEA & DVP tooling

Job description

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

1. Key Tasks and Deliverables

• 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.

2. Critical Must-Have Deliverables

• 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.

3. Good-to-Have Deliverables

• 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

Functional Competencies

• 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 )

Behavioral Competencies

• 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