Job Description

Job Description

Job Description (JD) – Deputy Manager – New Product Development (NPD) – BESS

Position

Deputy Manager – New Product Development (NPD) – Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Department

Research & Development (R&D;) / Engineering

Reporting To

Manager / Senior Manager – R&D; & Product Development

Location

Corporate Office / Manufacturing Plant

Experience

7–10 Years

Qualification

- B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Energy Engineering or equivalent.

- M.Tech/MBA (Technology Management) preferred.

- Certification in Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2) is an added advantage.

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 Recent 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.

Required Technical Skills





- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

- Lithium-ion Battery Technology

- Battery Management Systems (BMS)

- Power Electronics

- PCS Integration

- EMS/SCADA Integration

- Thermal Management

- Fire Suppression Systems

- Electrical Protection Systems

- Grid Integration

- Product Validation & Reliability Testing

- DFMEA / PFMEA

- Root Cause Analysis

- DVP&R;

- CAD Software (SolidWorks/AutoCAD/CATIA)

- MATLAB/Simulink

- ETAP

- ERP/SAP

- MS Project / Primavera

Desired Knowledge

- Renewable Energy

- Solar + Storage Integration

- Grid Code Compliance

- Microgrid Applications

- Utility Scale Energy Storage

- Product Certification Process

- Manufacturing Process Development

- Cost Engineering

- Lean Product Development

- Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

Behavioral Competencies

- Leadership

- Innovation

- Analytical Thinking

- Problem Solving

- Project Management

- Decision Making

- Cross-functional Collaboration

- Communication Skills

- Customer Orientation

- Ownership & Accountability

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- New Product Launches

- Time-to-Market

- Product Reliability

- Prototype Success Rate

- Product Cost Optimization

- Engineering Change Closure

- Certification Completion

- Defect Reduction

- Customer Acceptance Rate

- On-Time Project Delivery

Preferred Industry Background

- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

- Renewable Energy

- Solar EPC

- EV Charging Infrastructure

- Lithium-ion Battery Manufacturing

- Power Electronics

- Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

- Energy Storage Solutions

Job Snapshot

Updated Date

02-07-2026

Job ID

Job_SPML_0660

Department

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER'S OFFICE

Location

BESS - CITY OFFICE, Pune, Maharashtra, India

Experience

12 - 18 Years

Employee Type

REGULAR

Employee Sub Type

REGULAR PROBATION

Salary Range

INR 1900000 - 2300000 (Annual)

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