Job Description: Project Manager – Power Electronics Converter Development (3–5 Years Experience)Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager with 3–5 years of experience in power electronics product development to lead end-to-end execution of converter-based projects (DC-DC / AC-DC).

The role involves cross-functional coordination, technical understanding, supplier engagement, and ensuring timely delivery aligned with cost, quality, and performance targets.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

Lead end-to-end project management for power converter development (concept to production)Define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and milestones

Develop and maintain project schedules (Gantt charts, trackers)Monitor progress against design gates (e.g., concept, design, validation, industrialization)Technical Coordination

Work closely with hardware, firmware, mechanical, thermal, and PCB layout teams

Ensure alignment with design requirements, specifications, and standards

Support technical decision-making through basic understanding of: Power converter topologies (Buck, Boost, Flyback, LLC, etc.)Thermal management (heat sinks, cooling strategies)EMI/EMC compliancePCB design constraints for power electronics

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

Coordinate with vendors, design partners (e.g., PCB, CFD, magnetics, fabrication)Support RFQ, vendor selection, and onboarding processes

Track supplier deliverables, lead times, and risks

Manage communication with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Management)Risk Management & Issue Resolution

Identify project risks proactively (technical, supply chain, resource-related)Develop and track mitigation plans

Handle change management and deviations effectively

Escalate critical issues in a structured and timely manner

Cost & Resource Management

Track engineering hours, development cost,



and BOM targets

Support cost optimization through: Design reviews (DFM, DFA)Supplier alternatives

Value engineering initiatives

Quality & Compliance

Ensure adherence to quality processes (APQP, ISO standards, internal guidelines)Support design reviews, validation plans, and testing milestones

Ensure proper documentation and traceability

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain: Project plans

Risk registers

Meeting minutes

Status reports

Prepare and present periodic project updatesincluding: Milestones

Risks & mitigation

Cost & resource status

Support required

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics / Power Electronics EngineeringPMP /Scrum master certification is a plus3–5 years of experiencein: Power electronics product development OREngineering project management in electronics domain

Required Skills

Technical Skills

Basic understanding of: Power electronics converters (DC-DC, AC-DC)PCB development lifecycle

Thermal and EMI considerations

Familiarity with tools (preferred):MS Project / Excel-based trackersMS Visio

Project Management Skills

Strong planning, scheduling, and coordination capability

Experience with structured methodologies (APQP, Stage-Gate preferred)Ability to manage multiple vendors and cross-functional teams

Soft Skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management

Solid problem-solving and decision-making

Ability to work under tight timelines and dynamic environments

High level of ownership and accountability

Preferred Experience

Experience in industrial, automotive, or railway power electronics applications

Exposure to: Industrialization activities

Supply chain coordination

Prototype to production transition

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)On-time milestone achievement

Cost adherence vs. plan

Risk closure effectiveness

Supplier delivery performance

Quality of project documentation and reporting

📌 Project Manager - Power Electronics Converters (India)
🏢 Larsen and Toubro
📍 India