Hardware Engineer

electrical vehicle
Hyderabad
September 6, 2024
Full Time

Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    September 6, 2024
  • Location
    Hyderabad
  • Expiration date
    October 6, 2024
  • Experience
    1 Year

Job Description

Full job description

Position –Hardware Engineer- Product Engineering
Location: Hyderabad
Employment type – FULL-TIME
Position Reports to HEAD – Product Engineering
“If everything seems under control, you are not going fast enough!”
At Cygni Energy, our people are our greatest asset and biggest differentiator. They are passionate about results, and also believe in having a lot of fun along the way. Come and Join Us.
Our Business: Incubated at the “Incubation cell” of IIT Madras, Cygni has emerged as India’s leading storage technology company with established cutting-edge expertise in EV and Energy Storage. Focused on building alternative energy storage solutions for EVs 2W and 3W. Solving challenges of traditional Li-Ion batteries for mass adoption of EVs across automotive platforms. Cygni is a thought leader in Energy Storage and EV batteries.
At Cygni, we are rethinking energy with game changing battery technologies. Each battery application has different needs and requires different solutions. We believe our Energy Storage systems will be a key part of the future of electric grid. Cygni Energy, headquartered at Hyderabad, India, is a New Age Energy Generation, Storage, and Processing Technology Solutions Enterprise. It has a choice of corporate and government clients, all delighted with offerings and services. Reach out to us for Electric Vehicles (2 Wheelers and 3 Wheelers) Smart BMS controlled Batteries and Rooftop Solar Hybrid Solutions (DC/AC).
The most successful employees at CYGNI are results-driven and able to continuously adapt to an ever-changing environment. They not only work well in our environment but also have the drive to succeed when they are on their own. A strong focus on fairness and honesty with a humble attitude is what defines our top performers. Is that you? Currently, CYGNI is seeking your application for Hardware Engineer – Product Engineering for earliest joining.

Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Hardware Engineer specializing in Battery Management Systems (BMS) for Electric Vehicle (EV) applications. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, testing, and optimizing BMS hardware components to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our EV battery systems.

Key / Mandatory Skills to have:
  • Proficiency in Schematic CAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout (e.g., ORCAD, Altium Designer, Cadence).
  • Good understanding of Analog and digital circuit design, embedded systems, and power electronics.
  • Good Understanding of Micro Controllers, Contactors, Fuses, other electrical components related to automotive industry
  • Good knowledge on selection criteria of Electrical components like Relay, Fuses, Resistors, etc. based on their functionality which are all related and used EV industry
  • Good knowledge in Conduct schematic capture, PCB layout, and design verification testing (DVT) for BMS hardware
  • Perform analog and digital circuit design, simulation, and analysis to optimize BMS hardware performance.
  • Implement battery cell monitoring, balancing algorithms, and fault detection mechanisms within BMS hardware
  • Good Knowledge on Cable and busbar Selections based on the power requirements
  • Understanding with simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink) for design validation.
  • Knowledge of automotive safety standards and protocols (ISO 26262, CAN communication protocols).
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
  • Experience with battery technologies and their integration into EV systems.
  • Familiarity with thermal management considerations in BMS hardware design.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop BMS hardware architecture, including circuit design, component selection, and PCB layout, adhering to automotive safety and quality standards.
  • Collaborate works with cross-functional teams including software engineers, Product Engineering, and manufacturing teams to integrate BMS hardware into overall EV systems.
  • Conduct simulations, analyses, and tests to validate and optimize BMS hardware performance, reliability, and efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations relevant to BMS hardware design (e.g., ISO 26262, UL standards).
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance BMS hardware design processes and capabilities.
  • Support prototype builds, testing, and debugging of BMS hardware, identifying and resolving issues throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance to ensure BMS hardware meets project requirements and timelines.
  • Awareness with advancements in BMS technology, contributing insights and innovative solutions to enhance product performance and competitiveness.
Educational Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Electronics Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum 1- 5 of experience in designing hardware for Battery Management Systems (BMS) in automotive or similar industries.

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