Battery Validation Lead

Zeno is seeking a Battery Validation Lead to establish and lead validation efforts for Zeno’s battery systems.Location: Bengaluru – Work from Office (5 days a week)Start Date: ImmediateAbout ZenoAn unprecedented energy transition has begun. To meet 2040 net zero goals, over 2 billion electric two-wheelers (motorcycles) must be sold and $11 trillion in fuel consumption replaced. Zeno is building a tech platform to electrify this two-wheeler market, currently responsible for more than 4% of the world’s GHG emissions. Our mission is to accelerate the energy transition and democratize the benefits across Africa, India, and Latin America. With a focus on East Africa as a starting point, Zeno is building a new energy ecosystem with ground-up development of a fundamentally better electric motorcycle and associated battery swap network to drive a better experience for our customers.The RoleZeno is seeking a Battery Validation Lead to establish and lead validation efforts for Zeno’s battery systems. This role is critical in ensuring the safety, performance, and reliability of high-energy-density lithium-ion battery packs across their full lifecycle. You will own the validation strategy, testing infrastructure, and execution of rigorous validation plans to support design, compliance, and field readiness.What You’ll Do- Execute DVP and homologation compliance tests of the pack- Conduct BMS board level testing and validation- Own Field data analysis for continuous product improvement- Define and execute comprehensive validation plans for battery modules and packs covering electrical, thermal, mechanical, and environmental tests.- Set up and manage validation labs, equipment, and test protocols to support development and production programs.- Work closely with design, hardware, and firmware teams to define test requirements and acceptance criteria.- Conduct validation testing across charge/discharge cycles, abuse testing, thermal runaway, vibration, shock, and ingress protection.- Lead root cause analysis of failures and drive corrective actions with cross-functional teams.- Ensure compliance with relevant EV and battery regulations (AIS156, AIS038, AIS004, ISO 26262, UN38.3).- Build data acquisition and reporting systems to generate validation dashboards and insights.- Manage external test labs and certification agencies for homologation testing.- Mentor and guide junior validation engineers, building a strong internal capability.- Drive continuous improvement in test methodologies, coverage, and reliability targets.What You Bring- 7–10 years of experience in battery validation, testing, or reliability engineering, with leadership exposure.- Strong knowledge of lithium-ion cell and pack behavior under various operating conditions.- Proven expertise in electrical and thermal testing, failure analysis, and validation methodologies.- Hands-on experience with validation equipment such as cyclers, chambers, and DAQ systems.- Familiarity with automotive and EV validation standards (AIS156, AIS038, UN38.3, ISO 26262).- Strong analytical skills with ability to translate test data into actionable insights.- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional validation programs and external lab engagements.- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.Benefits- Competitive salary aligned with senior technical leadership.- Company-sponsored healthcare plan.- Opportunity to build and lead Zeno’s battery validation function from the ground up.- Be part of a mission-driven team shaping the trillion-dollar transition of two-wheelers to electric.