Lead Design Engineer - Battery Management system

Job Title: Lead Design Engineer- Battery Management system

Location: Chennai

Key Responsibilities

System Design & Architecture

• Design and develop the overall architecture of an advanced Battery Management System (BMS) for Li-ion batteries used in submarine applications.
• Integrate sophisticated monitoring, diagnostic, and control algorithms to ensure optimal battery performance.
• Ensure adherence to stringent naval safety standards, incorporating redundancy and fail-safe mechanisms.

Hardware & Software Integration

• Architect embedded control systems, including sensor interfaces and communication protocols.
• Collaborate with electronics teams for the development of PCBs, power electronics, and thermal management solutions.
• Develop and implement real-time software for accurate battery state estimation, including State of Charge (SOC), State of Health (SOH), and State of Power (SOP).

Safety & Reliability

• Design and implement robust fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR) mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with MIL-STD and other naval defense standards for underwater systems.
• Engineer solutions capable of operating reliably under harsh submarine conditions such as high pressure, vibration, humidity, and electromagnetic interference (EMI).

Innovation & Intelligence

• Integrate AI/ML-driven predictive analytics to enhance battery lifecycle management.
• Develop adaptive algorithms for load balancing, energy optimization, and mission-specific performance requirements.
• Incorporate cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical submarine energy systems.

Collaboration & Documentation

• Work in close coordination with naval R&D organizations, defense contractors, and procurement agencies.
• Prepare comprehensive design documentation, testing procedures, and validation reports.
• Support prototype development, system testing, and qualification processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and development of Battery Management Systems (BMS) or power electronics.
• Strong understanding of Li-ion battery chemistry, electrochemistry, and energy systems, preferably in marine or submarine environments.
• Proven expertise in embedded systems, control algorithms, and industrial communication protocols such as CAN, RS485, and Ethernet.
• Familiarity with defense and safety standards, including MIL-STD, IEC, and DO-178/DO-254.
• Hands-on experience with engineering and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, and ANSYS.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in naval, defense, or aerospace applications.
• Knowledge of thermal management solutions for high-capacity battery systems.
• Exposure to AI/ML applications in energy storage or power systems.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective documentation and collaboration skills.

Role Impact

• This role plays a critical part in advancing India s self-reliance in next-generation naval energy systems.
• Contributes to enhancing submarine endurance, operational safety, and mission readiness through cutting-edge BMS design.
• Offers the opportunity to lead the development of indigenous, military-grade battery technologies that strengthen national defense capabilities.