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 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.
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
