Sr Engineer- Advanced Battery Testing

JOB DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT: R&D Electronics POSITION: Senior Engineer – Advanced Battery Testing (Product Validation Lab) JOB STATUS: Full time LOCATION: Kochi, HOResponsibilities: • Develop and execute Design Verification Plans & Reports (DVP&R) for advanced chemistry battery packs. • Conduct pack-level performance validation using pack testers, inverters, solar inverters, solar charge controllers, and chargers. • Verify application compatibility across various power electronics systems and operational modes. • Perform safety-critical tests, including nail penetration, thermal runaway simulation, overcharge/over-discharge, and short-circuit testing. • Conduct environmental and mechanical robustness tests (thermal cycling, vibration, humidity, dust ingress). • Perform accelerated life testing (HALT, endurance runs) to assess pack reliability. • Execute BMS functional verification for pack-level applications and ensure compliance with safety cut-offs. • Support limited cell-level characterization and BMS testing when required. • Operate and maintain DAQs, oscilloscopes, thermal chambers, environmental chambers, and pack test rigs. • Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for pack-level failures and recommend design or process improvements. • Analyse test data to support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and design optimization. • Prepare detailed technical reports with test results, deviations, conclusions, and recommendations. • Ensure compliance with relevant IEC, BIS, UN38.3, and other applicable standards.Communication: Strong verbal and written skills for creating clear test plans, procedures, and reports. Ability to present validation findings to R&D, Operations, and Certification stakeholders effectively.Core Competencies: • Expertise in battery pack testing methodologies for advanced chemistries. • Proficiency in safety and environmental testing for battery packs. • Understanding of battery integration with inverters, solar systems, and chargers. • Hands-on experience with pack testers, DAQs, and environmental testing equipment. Interpersonal Competencies • Effective collaboration with R&D internal cross-functional teams. • Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous process improvement. • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.Professional Skills Required: • Deep understanding of lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and other advanced battery chemistries. • Knowledge of BMS functionality, pack assembly, and safety systems. • Skilled in operating oscilloscopes, power analysers, thermal chambers, vibration tables, and environmental test rigs. • Ability to execute both manual and automated testing workflows. • Proficiency in MS Office for data analysis, reporting, and documentation.Desirable: • Experience in UN38.3, IEC 62133, and BIS safety certification testing. • Knowledge of EMI/EMC testing for battery systems. • Exposure to statistical reliability tools (Weibull, Arrhenius).Educational Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (or related discipline). 5–10 years of hands-on experience in battery pack testing and validation in a product design validation environment.Industry Preferred: Battery system manufacturers, energy storage system developers, inverter/UPS/solar product manufacturers.General Requirements: • Self-motivated, process-driven, and detail-oriented. • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. • Commitment to quality, safety standards, and continuous improvement.