(JD) – Graduate Engineer Trainee (Electrical R&D; – BESS)

Position Details

Designation

Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET)

Department

Electrical R&D; – BESS

Experience

0–1 Year (Freshers)

Qualification

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Reporting To

R&D; Engineer / R&D; Manager

Employment Type

Full-time

1. Job Purpose To support the Research & Development team in the design, development, testing, validation, and continuous improvement of electrical systems used in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role involves hands-on exposure to electrical components, power conversion systems, battery integration, electrical protection, control systems, and new product development.

The GET will assist in developing reliable, safe, cost-effective, and high-performance electrical solutions for BESS products and applications.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Electrical Design & Development

- Assist in the design and development of electrical systems for BESS products and containerized battery storage solutions.
- Support the preparation and updating of Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and electrical layouts.
- Assist in the selection and sizing of electrical components such as circuit breakers, contactors, fuses, relays, cables, busbars, and connectors.
- Support the preparation of electrical Bill of Materials (BOM), technical specifications, and component datasheets.
- Assist in the integration of battery racks, Battery Management Systems (BMS), Power Conversion Systems (PCS), transformers, and auxiliary electrical systems.
- Participate in design reviews and suggest improvements under the guidance of senior engineers.

B. Research & New Product Development

- Support R&D; activities related to new BESS product development and electrical system optimization.
- Study emerging technologies, electrical components, and industry developments in battery energy storage.
- Assist in prototype development, component evaluation, and design feasibility studies.
- Support the development of electrical solutions for different BESS capacities and customer requirements.
- Participate in product cost optimization, design standardization, and value engineering initiatives.

C. Testing & Validation

- Assist in electrical testing and validation of BESS components, assemblies, and prototypes.
- Support insulation resistance, continuity, functional, and electrical safety testing under authorized supervision.
- Assist in testing of protection devices, control circuits,



and electrical interfaces.
- Record test results, identify deviations, and support root cause analysis of electrical failures.
- Help prepare test reports, validation documents, and product qualification records.

D. BESS System Integration

- Develop an understanding of battery technologies, particularly Lithium-ion and Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP).
- Learn the working principles of BMS, PCS, Energy Management Systems (EMS), and SCADA.
- Assist in integrating AC and DC electrical systems within BESS containers.
- Support the study of power distribution, grounding, earthing, electrical protection, and auxiliary power systems.
- Assist in reviewing electrical interfaces between battery systems, inverters, transformers, and grid connection equipment.

E. Documentation & Compliance

- Prepare and maintain electrical drawings, BOMs, test reports, design records, and technical documents.
- Support the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and testing checklists.
- Assist in reviewing applicable IEC, IEEE, IS, and other relevant electrical safety standards.
- Maintain proper revision control of engineering documents.
- Ensure that R&D; activities follow internal quality procedures and electrical safety requirements.

F. Cross-functional Coordination

- Coordinate with Mechanical Design, BMS, Embedded Systems, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Project Engineering teams.
- Support prototype assembly, design verification, and resolution of technical issues.
- Assist in evaluating electrical components with suppliers and component manufacturers.
- Participate in technical meetings and provide updates on assigned R&D; activities.

3. Educational Qualification

- B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- Candidates with academic projects, internships, or practical exposure to power electronics, renewable energy, electrical design, or battery energy storage will be preferred.

4. Technical Skills Required

- Basic understanding of electrical circuits, power systems, and electrical machines.
- Knowledge of AC/DC systems,



electrical protection, earthing, and cable sizing.
- Basic understanding of power electronics, converters, inverters, and transformers.
- Familiarity with electrical drawings, circuit diagrams, and Single Line Diagrams.
- Working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical design tools is preferred.
- Exposure to MATLAB/Simulink, electrical simulation tools, or testing instruments will be an advantage.
- Basic awareness of BESS architecture, BMS, PCS, EMS, and battery technologies is desirable.

5. Behavioral Competencies

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Willingness to learn recent technologies and engineering practices.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team.
- Proactive approach toward identifying and resolving technical issues.
- Flexibility to work in laboratory, prototype development, and manufacturing environments.

6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Timely completion of assigned electrical design and R&D; tasks.
- Accuracy and quality of electrical drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
- Successful completion of assigned testing and validation activities.
- Timely identification and reporting of technical deviations.
- Contribution to prototype development and new product development projects.
- Adherence to electrical safety, quality, and documentation procedures.
- Participation in cost reduction, design improvement, and standardization initiatives.

7. Career Development Opportunity The selected candidate will receive structured on-the-job training in BESS electrical engineering, electrical design, product development, testing, and system integration, with opportunities to progress into roles such as Electrical Design Engineer, Electrical R&D; Engineer, or BESS System Engineer based on performance and organizational requirements.

Reference: The role is aligned with common GET responsibilities in BESS engineering and R&D;, including electrical design support, component evaluation, testing, documentation, and new product development.

Job Snapshot Updated Date 15-10-2026 Job ID Job_SPML_0733 Department MANAGEMENT TEAM Location BESS - CITY OFFICE, Pune, Maharashtra, India Experience 0 - 1 Years Employee Type REGULAR Employee Sub Type REGULAR PROBATION Salary Range INR 2,50,000 - 3,70,000 (Annual)

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