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Lead Design Engineer Battery Management system


Job Location:

Chennai - India

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
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.