About this role
Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
We are seeking an experienced EV Powertrain Sourcing & Development Engineer with strong expertise in Battery Management Systems (BMS), DC-DC Converters, Chargers, Traction Motors, Motor Controllers/Inverters, and other high-voltage/low-voltage electrical powertrain components used in Electric Vehicles (EVs) .
EV Powertrain Component Development
- Lead sourcing and development activities for critical EV powertrain components including:
- Battery Management Systems (BMS)
- DC-DC Converters
- On-Board Chargers (OBC)
- Traction Motors
- Motor Controllers/Inverters
- Power Electronics Assemblies
- PCB Assemblies and Embedded Electronic Modules
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams during concept, prototype, validation, and production phases.
New Product Development (NPD)
- Drive NPD activities from RFQ stage through SOP (Start of Production).
- Evaluate design feasibility, manufacturability, localization opportunities, and cost competitiveness.
- Support component selection, supplier nomination, APQP activities, and production readiness.
Cost Engineering & Value Optimization
- Conduct Zero-Based Costing (ZBC) , Should Costing , and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) exercises for EV powertrain components.
- Identify cost reduction opportunities through design optimization, alternate materials, process improvements, localization, and supplier negotiations.
- Benchmark industry technologies and market pricing trends.
Supplier Development
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for EV electrical and electronic components.
- Develop alternate sourcing strategies to reduce supply chain risks and improve business continuity.
- Assess supplier manufacturing capabilities, process controls, quality systems, and technology roadmaps.
- Lead supplier audits, technical reviews, and capacity assessments.
Manufacturing & Technical Process Excellence
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes related to:
- PCB Assembly (SMT & THT)
- Power Electronics Manufacturing
- Magnetics Manufacturing
- Motor Manufacturing & Testing
- Battery Pack Assembly
- Electronics Reliability Validation
- Provide technical guidance to suppliers for process capability improvements and quality enhancement.
Productivity & Localization Initiatives
- Drive localization and indigenization projects for EV powertrain systems.
- Lead productivity improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, improving throughput, and enhancing supply chain efficiency.
- Support capacity planning and manufacturing process optimization.
Commercial & Negotiation Management
- Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers for cost, tooling, investments, development charges, and annual productivity targets.
- Ensure achievement of cost, quality, delivery, and technology objectives.
Experience
5-10 years
Industry Preferred
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Automotive, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline.
- 5-10 years of experience in EV, Automotive, or Power Electronics industry.
General Requirements
- Expertise in EV powertrain systems and electrical/electronic architectures.
- Knowledge of PCB manufacturing, SMT processes, electronic testing, and reliability validation.
- Experience in VAVE, Should Costing, Tear Down Analysis, and Cost Benchmarking.
- Understanding of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and IATF 16949 requirements.
- Familiarity with EV-specific regulatory and safety standards including AIS, ISO 26262, UN R100, and IEC standards.
- Strong supplier network across BMS, Charger, Motor, Inverter, and Power Electronics manufacturing ecosystem.
- Knowledge of tooling development, validation processes, and industrialization activities will be an added advantage.