Head of Engineering

Head of Engineering – EV Motor / Driveline (Powertrain) Company

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

Define and execute the overall engineering strategy aligned with the company’s vision for EV motor development.

Drive innovation in motor technologies (PMSM, BLDC, Induction, Axial Flux, Hub Motors) to meet evolving market and regulatory demands.

Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term technology roadmap, including electrification, power electronics, and control systems.

Benchmark global competitors and adopt best practices to position the company as a leader in EV motor technology.

Research & Development

Lead R&D initiatives in advanced motor design, efficiency improvements, noise & vibration reduction, and thermal management.

Oversee development of prototypes, validation, and testing of motors to meet safety, reliability, and cost targets.

Electromagnetic Design Expertise – Hands-on experience with advanced simulation tools like JMAG, SPEED, and Motor-CAD for motor performance optimization.

Foster IP creation—patents, designs, and proprietary technologies to secure competitive advantage.

Product Engineering

Manage end-to-end product engineering lifecycle : concept, design, prototyping, testing, validation, and industrialization.

Ensure motor designs meet global standards (ISO, IEC, AIS, CE, UL, etc.) and regional homologation requirements.

Collaborate with power electronics, battery systems, and vehicle integration teams for seamless drivetrain performance.

Mechanical Design Knowledge – Apply design rules for motors, e-drives, and controllers to ensure durability, manufacturability, and performance.

Motor & Controller Topologies – Strong familiarity with architectures (PMSM, BLDC, SRM, Axial Flux) and their control strategies (FOC, DTC, sensor less control).

Implement Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Reliability (DFR), and cost-optimization practices.

Testing, Validation & Certification

Oversee rigorous testing protocols : durability, thermal cycling, EMI / EMC, high-voltage safety, and reliability.

Product Testing & Certification – Manage EV motor and controller validation, homologation, and compliance with domestic and global regulatory standards.

Drive certification processes for new product launches in Indian and export markets.

Operations & Manufacturing Support

Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure scalability, quality, and efficiency in production processes.

Process Design & Manufacturing – Deep understanding of motor manufacturing processes (winding, lamination, casting, assembly, rotor balancing, etc.) and design guidelines.

Drive supplier development, localization of critical components, and cost competitiveness.

Support automation, robotics, and precision assembly techniques for high-volume production.

People Leadership

Build, mentor, and lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team (mechanical, electrical, electronics, thermal, materials, and software engineers).

Establish a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.

Groom next-level leaders within engineering to ensure strong succession planning.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with OEM clients to translate their requirements into engineering solutions.

Act as the technical face of the company during customer discussions, technical reviews, and joint development programs.

Engage with external stakeholders like academia, industry consortia, and research institutes for partnerships.

Techno-Commercial & Business Alignment

Techno-Commercial Acumen – Align engineering designs with cost targets, product positioning, and business strategy.

Evaluate trade-offs between performance, cost, and time-to-market to support profitable growth.

Support business development with technical insights for client pitches and partnerships.

Candidate Requirements :

Experience : 15–25 years in engineering / R&D, with at least 7–10 years leading teams in EV motors, e-drives, or automotive powertrain systems.

Technical Expertise : Strong knowledge of electromagnetic and mechanical design (JMAG, SPEED, Motor-CAD), motor / controller topologies (PMSM, BLDC, Induction, Axial Flux) and their control strategies.

Product Development : Proven track record of delivering end-to-end EV motor programs – from concept, prototyping, and validation to certification and mass production.

Manufacturing & Process Knowledge : Hands-on understanding of motor manufacturing processes , DFM / DFR practices, supplier development, and process optimization.

Techno-Commercial Acumen : Ability to balance cost, performance, and time-to-market while ensuring profitability and competitiveness.

Customer Orientation : Proven experience working with OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers , acting as the technical face of the organization and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Education : B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical Engineering; M.Tech / Ph.D. preferred .