Senior Project Leader – Power Electronics

About the job

The 3Phase business as part of Data Center Systems LOB is facing a significant and sustainable growth. The DCS team is expanding in India to meet the business growth demand and has established a state-of-the-art high power 3Phase R&D lab in Bangalore.

We are looking for a senior project leader in our 3 Phase UPS design team who is passionate to lead from front and provide the technical leadership & view of engineering deliverables to other functions and stakeholders working in power electronics or related field. 

Key Responsibilities

·  Lead the 3 phase UPS product technical backlog and drive product enhancements in mechanical, firmware, electrical, and power electronics disciplines in R&D

·  Develop comprehensive work plans, schedules, and oversee the project's execution with the team.

·  Technical and project lead for R&D engineers to address field issues, drive implementation of new features and enhancements, ensure electrical and electronic resiliency, manage supply chain shortages, drive cost reduction efforts, and lead product improvements.

·  Works as a single point of contact and leader representing the R&D in the agile project squad which consists of leaders from all other functions like commercial, supply chain etc.

·  Collaborate with other functions such as offer management, supply chain, quality, and service to ensure seamless project execution.

·  Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.

·  Analyse project briefs, requirements, and deliverables and convert into technical specs. Ensure that applications are in line with customer needs, safety standards and compliance.

·  Coaching and technical mentorship to team members

Qualification

·  Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering or equivalent; master’s degree in Power Electronics is preferable.

·  Minimum of 10 years of experience in project leadership or related roles within the power electronics or electrical engineering industry

Required Key Skills & Experience

·  Strong technical understanding of power electronics systems and product engineering

·  Proven leadership and project management skills - Prior experience as R&D technical lead or project lead in multi-disciplinary environment

·  Good understanding of power and control architecture of power converters/ power supplies

·  End to product development life cycle experience is mandatory in R&D environment.

·  Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

·  Excellent planning, organization, and execution abilities

·  Clear communication and reporting skills.

·  Working experience in engineering processes such as PMP or other waterfall methods or Agile

·  Strong knowledge in engineering design deliverables DFM, DFMEA, FTA, EMI/EMC, Safety & regulatory compliance

Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

€34bn global revenue

128 000 employees in 100 countries