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Description: 

Who we are…

Agratas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons. We design, develop and manufacture high-quality, high-performance, sustainable batteries for the mobility and energy sectors.

We are a scale-up business with a start-up mentality and the backing of a well-established parent company. The UK business headquarters is in the Midlands and we are currently building a battery manufacturing facility in Somerset and looking to complement, scale and grow our R&D facilities in Abingdon and Coventry with the brightest minds from within the battery and EV sector.

Our battery technology roadmap is based on a foundation of world-class solutions for multiple applications. Collaborating with our technical partners, we are industrialising best-in-class high-energy density and long-lasting battery cells. We are also committed to developing the next generation of battery technologies.

Purpose of the Role

The Battery Management System Hardware SME plays a crucial role in the Agratas Pack Team. This role requires a high level of analytical and critical thinking.   

This role is required to lead engineering activities within the scope of a defined project, including coordination of resources, planning of timelines, and delivery of engineering milestones and support team and company initiatives with a similar approach. The BMS hardware SME will have a direct impact on the company’s ability to design, develop, and deliver safe, reliable, and high-performance battery systems to customers and is expected to be a working manager. 

This role is also expected to support strategic direction as it related to the BMS hardware global team.  This includes supporting team initiative development, team goal setting, and regular alignment with the global lead.  

 

This is a hybrid working role that will be based in our Coventry office. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy solutions in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Key Responsibility Areas

  • Design and development of Battery management System (BMS) hardware, and product validation including all BMS functions and related sub-components  
  • Design reviews, architecture to meet ISO26262 Functional Safety Requirements and documentation in line with the targets of the project 
  • Requirements definition/management ensuring all requirements are captured and monitored 
  • Generate test plans and test report reviews.Involvement in systems FMEAs and management of product DFMEA 
  • System and component feature and BMS HW implementation planning 
  • Development of BMS HW according to international standards and norms 
  • Coordinate with application software development, test validation and mechanical design teams as needed 

  • Be responsible for EE elements of the SysFMEA, functional safety and ensuring relevant preventative control measures.
  • Monitor system issues and assist in problem resolution and ensure lessons learned are captured in component/system requirements.
  • Assess system HV strategies, develop and propose improvements to vehicle and component level strategies, propose validation and gain buy-in from stakeholders.
  • Lead the technical discussions to deliver robust fault free designs through the application of Concurrent Engineering disciplines including DFMEA, DFA, DFM, Robustness, etc.
  • Agree and sign off the component/system requirements with different stakeholders for each domain based on gateway requirements
  • Involvement during system architecture and strategy discussions to meet BMS HW requirements and ensure all functional safety requirements are captured.
  • Support full lifecycle compliance with relevant cybersecurity standards (ISO21434)
  • Support global BMS hardware development lead with initiative development, team goal setting, and regular alignment with the global lead

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Extensive BMS Hardware Expertise: Strong background in BMS hardware design, power electronics, schematic/layout design, and HV battery systems, with knowledge of automotive standards (e.g., ISO 26262, ECE R100).

  • Educational and Safety Requirements: Degree in a relevant engineering field (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.) and HV Safety Training/Certification (or willingness to obtain).

  • Project Delivery and Optimization Skills: Proven track record of delivering hardware projects on time with focus on component selection, design optimization, BOM management, and cost-effective solutions.

  • Process and Quality Focus: Experience in DFMEA, DVP, timing plans, ASPICE, supplier quality management, and requirement tools like Siemens Polarion.

  • Soft Skills and Global Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, proactive mindset, and experience working with global development teams and suppliers in the EV or ESS sector.

What you’ll get…

As a new and evolving company, we offer a competitive and flexible benefits package that includes private healthcare, bonuses, enhanced parental leave, and wellbeing support through Yulife. We're committed to promoting work-life balance and employee wellbeing. As part of Tata Sons, you’ll be working in a fast-growing environment, contributing to the development of the UK’s largest battery manufacturing facility and shaping the future of a new organisation.

Agratas fosters an inclusive environment where employees can be their authentic selves. We believe that individuals perform best when supported and content in their workplace. Committed to diversity, we welcome applicants of all races, genders, sexualities, and abilities. If candidates require reasonable adjustments or have preferences regarding the assessment process, they are encouraged to communicate these needs to the Talent Acquisition team.

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