Powertrain Development Engineer

2 days ago

Chennai BangaloreAD IN Mahindra And Mahindra Limited Full time ₹ 20,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

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.

    2. 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.

    3. 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 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.
Experience LevelSenior Level

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