Group Lead - eMobility Power Electronics /EV Traction

Job Title: Group Lead – eMobility Power Electronics / EV Traction.

Location : Bangalore.

As a Group Lead, you will own the end-to-end development of EV power electronics subsystems (OBC, DC-DC, PDU, and drivetrain inverter) aligned to OEM requirements, APQP processes, and automotive compliance standards.

This role demands strong customer-facing technical leadership, design ownership, and production readiness focus (cost, quality, scalability).

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Requirements Management
Act as primary technical interface with OEM customers
Analyse and cascade:
System requirements (SRD)
Hardware/software requirements (HRD/SWRS)
Handle change requests, RFQs, and technical negotiations
System Architecture & Platform Strategy
Define scalable platforms for:
OBC (7kW–22kW, single/three-phase)
DC-DC (bi-directional, HV-LV)
PDU (400V / 800V )
Traction inverter systems
Drive platform reuse strategy across OEM programs
Cost vs performance vs manufacturability
Detailed Power Electronics Design
Lead design of:
PFC + LLC / Phase-shift full bridge OBC
Dual Active Bridge DC-DC
HV distribution & protection systems (PDU)
Component Selection:
SiC MOSFETs / IGBTs
Gate drivers, DC-link capacitors
Magnetics (planar + ferrite optimization)
Ensure:
Efficiency targets (>95–97%)
Power density and thermal limits
Electric Drive & Inverter Integration
Define:
Inverter topology (2-level / 3-level)
Motor compatibility (PMSM, induction)
Oversee:
Control algorithms (FOC, MTPA, field weakening)
Align with OEM motor & vehicle integration teams
ASIL-Compliant Development
Ensure compliance with:
Automotive ASIL (ASIL Level 2/3)
Define and review:
System, hardware, and software work products
Participate in:
Process audits and assessments
Functional Safety Ownership
Lead safety lifecycle per:
ISO 26262
Activities include:
HARA, FSC, TSC
DFMEA / FMEDA
Safety concept & ASIL decomposition
Implement diagnostics and fault-tolerant architectures
Validation, Verification & Compliance
Define and execute:
DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report)
Ensure compliance with:
EMI/EMC (CISPR 25, ISO 11452)
Environmental (ISO 16750)
Support:
Vehicle-level validation with OEMs
Industrialization & Manufacturing Readiness
Work closely with:
Manufacturing engineering
Supplier quality teams
Ensure:
DFM / DFA / DFT compliance
Support:
SOP readiness
Line bring-up and ramp-up
Supplier & Component Management
Interface with:
Semiconductor vendors (SiC/GaN)
Magnetics and capacitor suppliers
Conduct:
Technical reviews and qualification
Drive:
Cost reduction (VA/VE activities)
Program Leadership
Lead cross-functional teams:
Hardware, software, mechanical, validation
Track:
Milestones (APQP, PPAP readiness)
Manage:
Risks, issues, and escalations
Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s in Electrical / Power Electronics / Automotive Engineering

Experience

12–18 years in automotive or EV Tier-1 domain
Proven experience in complete product development life cycle- from requirement to production.
Experience working directly with OEMs (e.g., Tata, Mahindra, global OEMs)

Technical Expertise

Power electronics:
OBC, DC-DC, inverter design
High voltage systems:
400V / 800V (1500V is a plus)
Control systems:
Motor control, converter control
Simulation tools:
MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSIM
Process & Standards

Strong experience in:
ISO 26262
APQP / PPAP / V-cycle development
Knowledge of:
ISO 21434 (preferred)
Tools

Design: Altium / Cadence
Simulation: PLECS / MATLAB
Safety analysis: Medini / ANSYS

Soft Skills

Strong OEM-facing communication
Technical decision-making under constraints
Leadership across global teams

KPIs

On-time delivery aligned to OEM milestones
First-time-right design (low re-spin rate)
ASPICE & safety audit success
Cost vs RFQ target achievement
Warranty/field failure rate (PPM targets)

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Head R and D Power Electronics
Interfaces with:
OEM engineering teams
Internal product and program managers
Supplier
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