Department
SQA
Job Summary
The Deputy Manager – NPD (BESS) is responsible for leading the end-to-end development of Battery Energy Storage System products, from concept and design to prototype validation, certification, pilot production, and commercialization. The role requires strong technical expertise in lithium-ion battery systems, Battery Management Systems (BMS), power electronics, thermal management, and cross-functional coordination to deliver innovative, reliable, and cost-effective products. Similar industry roles emphasize end-to-end product development, testing, validation, compliance, and collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams.
Key Responsibilities
Product Development
Lead complete New Product Development (NPD) lifecycle for BESS products.
Define product specifications based on customer and market requirements.
Develop innovative BESS solutions for Utility, C&I, and Renewable Energy applications.
Drive prototype development and product improvements.
System Design
Design and integrate:
Battery Packs & Modules
Battery Management System (BMS)
Power Conversion System (PCS)
Energy Management System (EMS)
Thermal Management System
Fire Protection System
Containerized BESS Solutions
Engineering & Validation
Prepare engineering calculations and technical specifications.
Conduct Design Verification (DVT), Product Validation (PVT), Reliability Testing and Environmental Testing.
Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA).
Ensure compliance with customer specifications.
Compliance & Certification
Coordinate certification with NABL/UL/IEC accredited laboratories.
Ensure compliance with:
IEC 62619
IEC 62933
UL 9540
UL 9540A
IEC 61000
IEEE Standards
BIS Requirements
Support documentation for product approvals.
Cross Functional Coordination
Coordinate with:
Mechanical Design
Electrical Design
Embedded Software
Manufacturing
Supply Chain
Quality Assurance
Procurement
Projects & Commissioning
Sales & Marketing
Project Management
Prepare project schedules and milestones.
Track NPD timelines.
Manage engineering changes (ECN/ECR).
Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.
Monitor risks and mitigation plans.
Supplier Development
Evaluate new technology suppliers.
Support localization initiatives.
Validate new components and alternate vendors.
Work with suppliers during prototype development.
Documentation
Prepare and maintain:
Design Documents
BOM
Product Specifications
Test Reports
Validation Reports
DFMEA/PFMEA
SOPs
Engineering Change Notes
Technical Manuals
Team Leadership
Mentor Design Engineers and Graduate Engineer Trainees.
Allocate engineering tasks.
Conduct technical reviews.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation culture.
Interested Candidates Can Mail me their CV in recruitment.ess@spml.co.in