Energy Storage Mechanical Integration

**Experience**: 3 - 10 Years

**Location**: Akurdi (CTL)Maharashtra

**Nature of Job**: R&D

**Job role**: Electrical and Electronics

**Core Technical Skillsets Required**:

- ** Fuel Cell Stack Design & Optimization**
- Expertise in designing and optimizing fuel cell stacks, including bipolar plate design, flow field configuration, and cell architecture.
- Knowledge of balance-of-plant components such as humidifiers, compressors, and heat exchangers.
- ** Electrochemical Fundamentals & Catalyst Development**
- Deep understanding of electrochemical reactions, catalyst performance, and degradation mechanisms.
- Experience with catalyst formulation and testing to enhance reaction kinetics and improve cell efficiency.
- ** Material Science & Durability Engineering**
- Proficiency in selecting and characterizing membrane materials, gas diffusion layers, and electrode structures.
- Hands-on experience with advanced materials testing (e.g., in-situ spectroscopy, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy) to assess durability and performance.
- ** Thermal & Fluid Management**
- Skills in thermal modeling and simulation to ensure optimal temperature control across the cell stack.
- Experience in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) for managing reactant flow distribution and cooling system design.
- ** Multi-Physics Simulation & Modeling**
- Proficiency with simulation tools such as ANSYS, COMSOL Multiphysics, or equivalent software for multi-scale modeling of fuel cell performance.
- Ability to develop digital twins and predictive models for system diagnostics and performance optimization.
- ** System Integration & Control Engineering**
- Experience integrating fuel cell modules with power electronics, battery systems, and vehicle control units.
- Development and fine-tuning of control algorithms for transient load management, dynamic response, and energy efficiency.
- ** Data Analytics & Testing Methodologies**
- Proficiency in analyzing experimental and simulation data to validate design assumptions and drive iterative improvements.
- Experience in developing robust test protocols and utilizing instrumentation for real-time performance monitoring.
- ** Manufacturing & Scale-Up Processes**
- Insight into translating lab-scale prototypes to scalable manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with quality assurance, process optimization, and regulatory compliance in fuel cell production.
- ** Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration**
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, from conceptual design through to production, in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- Effective communication skills to liaise between R&D, engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.

**Desirable Attributes**
- Familiarity with current trends in digital twins, AI-driven predictive maintenance, and integrated hybrid powertrain systems.
- Experience in rapid prototyping and iterative design in fast-paced, high-tech environments.
- A proactive, innovative mindset with a passion for advancing clean energy technologies and high-performance mobility solutions.

**Required Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on energy systems.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in fuel cell development with deep expertise in electrochemistry, thermal management, and materials science.
- Proven track record in developing high-performance fuel cell systems, with experience from reputed organizations preferred.
- Proficiency in advanced simulation and modeling tools, data analytics, and control systems design.
- Strong problem-solving skills, project management capabilities, and effective cross-functional communication.