Description:

Role Overview :

Our client is leading Indian EV infrastructure and energy-tech company focused on developing advanced EV charging solutions, power-electronics systems, and battery technologies.

The role will define the long-term technology roadmap, lead multidisciplinary R&D teams, ensure seamless transition from prototype to mass production, and represent the company across industry, academia, and strategic partnerships. The ideal leader combines deep technical credibility with strong business acumen and the ability to influence industry direction.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Technology Strategy & Vision

- Define and own the 3 - 5 year technology roadmap for battery modules/packs, BMS, inverters, DC-DC converters, onboard chargers, and system architecture.

- Evaluate emerging technologies - advanced chemistries (Li-ion, Li-S, solid-state), wide-bandgap semiconductors (SiC/GaN), and next-gen power-electronics topologiesto drive competitive advantage.

R&D Leadership

2. Lead end-to-end R&D: conceptual design, prototyping, testing, validation, certification, and product readiness for volume manufacturing.

- Manage technical milestones such as cell selection, pack engineering, thermal management, safety systems, firmware and control algorithm development.

3.Power Electronics & System Engineering

- Oversee high-voltage power-electronics design and development, including conversion systems, motor-drive integration, embedded controls, and simulation/modelling practices. Ensure engineering excellence through robust reliability testing, failure analysis, DFM, DFA, and cost optimization.

4. Team & Organization Building

- Build, mentor and scale a multi-disciplinary engineering organization spanning mechanical, electrical, electronics, firmware, software and testing.

- Drive a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration and technical rigor.

5. Productization & Manufacturing Integration

- Partner closely with manufacturing and operations to ensure a smooth transition from lab prototypes to production-scale systems.

- Oversee pilot builds, process validation, quality systems and continuous improvement.

- Ensure adherence to global safety and regulatory standards (UN38.3, IEC 62660, ISO 26262, AIS/EV norms).

- Business Leadership & Ecosystem Engagement

- Manage R&D investments, vendor relationships, technology acquisitions, and IP strategy.

- Collaborate with supply chain to ensure resilient sourcing of cells, semiconductors and critical components.

- Represent the company with OEMs, industry bodies, academic partners, research labs and investors; contribute to consortia, conferences and standards discussions.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Mechanical/Chemical Engineering (battery focus), or related domain.

- 14 - 20+ years of progressive leadership in EVs, battery systems, power electronics, or complex mechatronics.

- Proven track record of launching EV battery packs, BMS systems, chargers/inverters, or high-voltage power-electronics products.

- Hands-on expertise in BMS architecture, pack integration, thermal management, HV safety, SiC/GaN semiconductor design and control algorithms.

- Strong foundation in prototyping, validation, reliability engineering and scale-up manufacturing.

- Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing engineering teams.

- Strong commercial orientationcapable of aligning technology strategy with cost, quality and time-to-market goals.

- Established industry network across OEMs, suppliers, academic institutions and research organizations.

- Ability to be based in Ahmedabad and travel as required.

Preferred Attributes:

- Exposure to next-generation chemistries (solid-state, sodium-ion) or cutting-edge power-electronics architectures.

- Experience with Indian EV manufacturing and supply-chain ecosystems.

- Familiarity with global certification frameworks (US, Europe, India).

- Patents, publications or recognized contributions in batteries or power electronics.

- MBA or cross-functional business leadership experience.