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Senior Hardware Engineer
As Senior BMS Hardware Engineer, you will own the end-to-end hardware design of our BMS boards — from architecture and schematics to PCB design, validation, and compliance. You will lead and mentor a team of hardware engineers, establish structured design processes, and ensure our designs meet automotive-grade safety, reliability, and certification standards.
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Xbattery designs and manufactures advanced Battery Management Systems (BMS) for EVs and energy storage.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the architecture, schematic design, and PCB development of BMS boards (LV and HV, up to 1500V).
- Design circuits for AFE integration, microcontrollers, power electronics, contactor control, isolation, and protection.
- Work with NXP S32K3, TI C2000, or Infineon Aurix MCUs in BMS/automotive applications.
- Drive design reviews, simulations, and verification plans; enforce structured processes and documentation.
- Collaborate with embedded/software teams for hardware-software co-design.
- Oversee BOM optimization, component selection, and sourcing with cost-performance trade-offs.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 26262, AIS-038, AIS-156, IEC standards, and BIS certifications.
- Guide DFM/DFT practices and coordinate with fabrication/testing vendors.
- Mentor and upskill junior engineers; set best practices in CAD tools, version control, and validation workflows.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in hardware design, with at least 3+ years in BMS/EV/automotive electronics.
- Hands-on expertise with Altium Designer and OrCAD (Cadence Allegro).
- Experience with high-voltage, high-current PCB design, isolation techniques, and thermal management.
- Understanding of cell monitoring ICs such as NXP MC3377x, TI, ADI, etc.
- Proven track record of designing multi-layer PCBs (6–12 layers).
- Familiarity with DFMEA, safety requirements, and regulatory testing (AIS, IEC, ISO).
- Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and leadership skills.
- Bonus: Experience with signal integrity analysis, SPICE simulations, SiC/GaN power devices, or cybersecurity for BMS.
Why Xbattery?
- Build India's first scalable, modular BMS platform competing with global leaders.
- Work on cutting-edge EV and ESS systems (48V to 800V).
- Collaborate with a passionate deep-tech team.
- Fast-paced startup culture with strong ownership and growth opportunities.
- Define standards and processes for the hardware team.