Role:
System Engineering e-Powertrain Lead the
system-level design, integration, and validation
of e-powertrain systems including electric motors, inverters, gearbox, battery interfaces, and thermal systems. Define, analyze, and manage
system requirements and technical specifications
, ensuring alignment with vehicle-level targets and functional safety standards. Develop and maintain
system architecture
, interface definitions, and signal matrices for e-powertrain components. Collaborate with hardware, software, controls, calibration, and vehicle integration teams to ensure robust system performance and seamless integration.
Ensure compliance with
functional safety (ISO 26262)
and system development standards (ASPICE, CySec ISO 21434, etc.). Lead
failure mode analysis, system validation, and verification
through simulations, bench tests, and vehicle-level testing. Liaise with component suppliers and internal stakeholders for development timelines,
DVP
execution, and performance reviews. Design advanced control algorithms for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machines (PMSM) and Induction Machines.
Develop and calibrate motor control software for optimal torque, efficiency, and thermal performance.
Lead innovation in motor control strategies including flux weakening, torque ripple reduction, and intelligent direct torque control.
Utilize MATLAB/Simulink for modeling of control design and validation of motor control strategies.
Collaborate with software and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration of motor control systems.
Drive innovation and continuous improvement in system development methodologies and toolchains.
Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in system engineering of electric powertrains for 4-wheeler electric vehicles (EVs).
Proven track record in end-to-end product development, from concept to production, of e-powertrain systems, including:
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High-voltage traction systems
: traction motors (PMSM/IM), inverters, DC-DC converters, and on-board chargers, junction box, gearbox. -
Mechanical integration
of electric drive units (EDUs), transmission interfaces, cooling systems. -
Battery-pack interface
understanding including power distribution, contactors, pre-charge circuits, and HV safety. -
Thermal management systems
for power electronics and motor cooling. -
Vehicle-level performance target cascading
to system and sub-system level (e.g., range, acceleration, NVH, efficiency).
System Engineering:
Expertise in defining and managing
system and sub-system level requirements
using tools like Siemens Polarion / IBM DOORS
. Developing and analyzing
system architecture diagrams, signal interface definitions
, and network communication maps CAN/LIN/Ethernet). Experience in conducting
functional safety assessments (ISO 26262)
: HARA, FMEA, FTA, safety goal definition, and safety concept development.
System-level validation and verification planning
, including test plan preparation, test execution, and result interpretation. Exposure to
simulation tools
(MATLAB/Simulink, Amesim, or GT-Power) for modeling the system behavior, energy flow, and thermal loads.
Integration and Collaboration Experience:
Cross-functional collaboration with:
Electrical and mechanical hardware teams
for packaging, wiring harness design, and enclosure layout.
Software and controls teams
for defining interface specifications and ensuring proper implementation of control strategies.
Vehicle integration teams
for validating drivability, performance, and system compatibility at the vehicle level. Experience in
working with suppliers and partners
for component specification finalization, DVP planning, and resolving integration issues.
Project Exposure:
Involvement in
SOP-focused EV programs
, especially those where the candidate led system engineering activities or played a key role in architectural definition. Preferred: Exposure to
global EV platforms
or cross-geography collaboration
with OEM or Tier-1 teams. Exposure to design and development of 6-in-one systems that include traction motor (PMSM/IM), inverter, gearbox, DC-DC converter, on-board charger, junction box.
Ability to
troubleshoot system-level issues
during testing and validation phases and root-cause analysis of integration problems.
Key Competencies
Strong systems thinking and problem-solving approach.
Ability to lead cross-functional technical discussions and mentor junior engineers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
High ownership, adaptability, and collaborative mindset.
