Engineer - Powertrain Development Center

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

• Key Tasks and Deliverables

  • Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and validation teams to define and execute component testing for EPT hardware focusing on battery systems.
  • Review and finalize DVPs, DFMEAs, test standards, and procedures to ensure alignment with global automotive and EV regulations.
  • Establish and manage detailed test schedules and budgets to meet program milestones and cost objectives.
  • Prepare comprehensive MIS reports and present findings in cross-functional review meetings.
  • Proactively escalate technical risks, resource constraints, or deviations to leadership.
  • Plan, prioritize, and coordinate physical tests, ensuring optimal utilization of DVP samples and infrastructure resources.
  • Define CAPEX requirements and oversee installation of new test rigs and laboratory facilities.

  2️. Critical Must-Have Deliverables

  • Approved and fully executed validation test plans covering performance, electrical, mechanical, and safety parameters.
  • Signed-off DVP and DFMEA documentation demonstrating risk coverage for battery modules and packs.
  • Timely submission of MIS dashboards reflecting test progress, budget status, and issue logs.
  • Delivery of root-cause analysis reports (8D) for all critical failures, with corrective action plans.
  • Commissioned battery cycler equipment (e.g., AVL, Arbin, Bitrode) integrated into test workflows.

  3️. Good-to-Have Deliverables

  • Implementation of automated data-capture and analysis scripts to accelerate result validation.
  • Standardized test setups that reduce sample turnaround time by at least 15%.
  • Contributions to global best-practice repositories for EV battery testing and validation.
  • Training materials or workshops delivered to upskill technicians and junior engineers.

Experience

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in EV battery testing, validation engineering, or a closely related role.

Industry Preferred

• Automotive industry with emphasis on electric vehicles, powertrain, or battery manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics Engineering.
• Certification or coursework in automotive standards (e.g., ISO 12405, UN 38.3, SAE J2664, IEC 62660) is highly desirable.

General Requirements

Competencies and Skills

Functional Competencies

• In-depth understanding of EV product life cycles and field failure correlation.
• Expertise in lithium-ion cell, module, and pack validation test case derivation.
• Strong root-cause analysis skills and data-driven decision making.

Tools and Techniques Used

• Battery cycler systems (AVL, Arbin, Bitrode) at advanced proficiency.
• Familiarity with MIS/reporting tools (e.g., Excel Advanced, Power BI).
• Knowledge of vehicle systems diagnostics and laboratory instrumentation.

Behavioral Competencies

• Collaborative mindset with agile problem-solving approach.
• Bold initiative-taking and execution excellence under tight timelines.
• Clear communicator comfortable presenting to senior leadership.
• Adaptable to travel and on-site testing demands.