Job Title: Deputy Manager – New Product Development
Experience Required: 5–8 years
Industry: EV Chargers / Renewable Energy / Electronics
Role Summary:
The Deputy Manager – NPD will lead the development, testing, and validation of next-generation EV chargers and related products. The role combines hands-on technical oversight with process management, cross-functional collaboration, and compliance assurance. The goal is to deliver high-quality, reliable, and innovative products to market while minimizing defects and ensuring seamless integration with client systems.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead new product development activities for AC/DC EV chargers and associated components.
• Plan and execute product validation, testing, and commissioning, ensuring adherence to internal quality standards and client requirements.
• Define and monitor product risk mitigation plans, including design verification and failure analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external labs to ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.
• Manage integration of chargers with vehicle systems (BMS), firmware updates, and communication protocols.
• Support fleet and charging station management systems, including monitoring performance and troubleshooting.
• Drive documentation, reporting, and knowledge transfer for testing, validation, and product lifecycle processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure adoption of best practices in testing, validation, and product development.
Key Skills & Competencies:
• Strong technical knowledge of EVSE hardware and firmware, including AC/DC chargers, off-board chargers, and adaptors.
• Hands-on experience in testing, validation, and product commissioning.
• Familiarity with OCPP, BMS integration, and electrical/environmental compliance testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in root cause analysis and defect reduction.
• Ability to manage cross-functional projects, stakeholder communication, and lab coordination.
• Proficiency in MS Office and testing/diagnostic tools.
• Process-oriented, proactive, and capable of driving end-to-end NPD activities.
Education:
• B.Tech / B.E. in Electronics, Electrical, or related field.
• Certifications in EV systems, product development, or project management are a plus.
Experience:
• 5–8 years in R&D or product development, ideally in EVSE, electronics, or renewable energy.
• Exposure to high-power AC/DC charger development, prototype validation, and product launch preferred.