Lead Design Engineer Battery Management system
Posted:
1 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline:
29 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Lead Design Engineer- Battery Management system
Location: Chennai
Key Responsibilities
System Design & Architecture
- Design and develop the overall architecture of an advanced Battery Management System (BMS) for Li-ion batteries used in submarine applications.
- Integrate sophisticated monitoring diagnostic and control algorithms to ensure optimal battery performance.
- Ensure adherence to stringent naval safety standards incorporating redundancy and fail-safe mechanisms.
Hardware & Software Integration
- Architect embedded control systems including sensor interfaces and communication protocols.
- Collaborate with electronics teams for the development of PCBs power electronics and thermal management solutions.
- Develop and implement real-time software for accurate battery state estimation including State of Charge (SOC) State of Health (SOH) and State of Power (SOP).
Safety & Reliability
- Design and implement robust fault detection isolation and recovery (FDIR) mechanisms.
- Ensure compliance with MIL-STD and other naval defense standards for underwater systems.
- Engineer solutions capable of operating reliably under harsh submarine conditions such as high pressure vibration humidity and electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Innovation & Intelligence
- Integrate AI/ML-driven predictive analytics to enhance battery lifecycle management.
- Develop adaptive algorithms for load balancing energy optimization and mission-specific performance requirements.
- Incorporate cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical submarine energy systems.
Collaboration & Documentation
- Work in close coordination with naval R&D organizations defense contractors and procurement agencies.
- Prepare comprehensive design documentation testing procedures and validation reports.
- Support prototype development system testing and qualification processes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in the design and development of Battery Management Systems (BMS) or power electronics.
- Strong understanding of Li-ion battery chemistry electrochemistry and energy systems preferably in marine or submarine environments.
- Proven expertise in embedded systems control algorithms and industrial communication protocols such as CAN RS485 and Ethernet.
- Familiarity with defense and safety standards including MIL-STD IEC and DO-178/DO-254.
- Hands-on experience with engineering and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink PSpice and ANSYS.
Preferred Skills
- Prior experience in naval defense or aerospace applications.
- Knowledge of thermal management solutions for high-capacity battery systems.
- Exposure to AI/ML applications in energy storage or power systems.
- Strong analytical thinking problem-solving abilities and effective documentation and collaboration skills.
Role Impact
- This role plays a critical part in advancing India s self-reliance in next-generation naval energy systems.
- Contributes to enhancing submarine endurance operational safety and mission readiness through cutting-edge BMS design.
- Offers the opportunity to lead the development of indigenous military-grade battery technologies that strengthen national defense capabilities.