Design and develop the overall architecture of an advanced Battery Management System (BMS) for Li-ion batteries used in submarine applications.
Integrate sophisticated monitoring, diagnostic, and control algorithms to ensure optimal battery performance.
Ensure adherence to stringent naval safety standards, incorporating redundancy and fail-safe mechanisms.
Hardware & Software Integration
Architect embedded control systems, including sensor interfaces and communication protocols.
Collaborate with electronics teams for the development of PCBs, power electronics, and thermal management solutions.
Develop and implement real-time software for accurate battery state estimation, including State of Charge (SOC), State of Health (SOH), and State of Power (SOP).
Safety & Reliability
Design and implement robust fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR) mechanisms.
Ensure compliance with MIL-STD and other naval defense standards for underwater systems.
Engineer solutions capable of operating reliably under harsh submarine conditions such as high pressure, vibration, humidity, and electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Innovation & Intelligence
Integrate AI/ML-driven predictive analytics to enhance battery lifecycle management.
Develop adaptive algorithms for load balancing, energy optimization, and mission-specific performance requirements.
Incorporate cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical submarine energy systems.
Collaboration & Documentation
Work in close coordination with naval R&D organizations, defense contractors, and procurement agencies.
Prepare comprehensive design documentation, testing procedures, and validation reports.
Support prototype development, system testing, and qualification processes.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience in the design and development of Battery Management Systems (BMS) or power electronics.
Strong understanding of Li-ion battery chemistry, electrochemistry, and energy systems, preferably in marine or submarine environments.
Proven expertise in embedded systems, control algorithms, and industrial communication protocols such as CAN, RS485, and Ethernet.
Familiarity with defense and safety standards, including MIL-STD, IEC, and DO-178/DO-254.
Hands-on experience with engineering and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, and ANSYS.
Preferred Skills
Prior experience in naval, defense, or aerospace applications.
Knowledge of thermal management solutions for high-capacity battery systems.
Exposure to AI/ML applications in energy storage or power systems.
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective documentation and collaboration skills.
Role Impact
This role plays a critical part in advancing India's self-reliance in next-generation naval energy systems.
Contributes to enhancing submarine endurance, operational safety, and mission readiness through cutting-edge BMS design.
Offers the opportunity to lead the development of indigenous, military-grade battery technologies that strengthen national defense capabilities.
Skillsbms, embedded systems, battery management systems, control algorithms, power electronics, defense standards, thermal management, ai/ml applications, naval experience, documentation skills