Department Utility Scale Battery Energy Storage Systems BESS - Cell-to-Pack Containerized Battery Bank Manufacturing Role Summary The Head - Manufacturing Engineering VP - BESS Operations will lead the complete manufacturing strategy operations planning technology roadmap team structure supply chain coordination safety governance and compliance for lithium-ion battery cell-to-pack and containerized BESS battery banks used in grid-scale storage This leadership role drives plant capability automation yield quality vendor ecosystem product reliability and cost competitiveness aligned with global benchmarks and utility-grade safety standards Core Leadership Responsibilities 1 Technology Process Leadership Define and own the manufacturing architecture for cell module pack containerized BESS bank Drive process design automation digitalization Industry 4 0 implantation MES SCADA integration traceability systems Approve PFMEA PFD Control Plans PPAP SOP frameworks for all plants Lead tech selection for welding formation thermal management fire systems HVAC gas venting inspection automation and battery testing 2 Global Standards Safety Compliance Governance Ensure compliance to worldwide BESS standards UL 9540 9540A UL 1973 IEC 62933 IEC 62619 UN38 3 NFPA 855 NFPA 70 70E NFPA 72 local CEA norms Govern EHS strategy covering MSDS lithium fire hazards gas management explosion prevention arc-flash mitigation HV safety protocols Oversight for HAZOP HIRA DFMEA PFMEA Fire Risk Assessments HVIL systems cell pack abuse testing runaway prevention 3 Strategic Operations Cost Ownership Design and expand plants based on BESS demand projections and localization strategy Own CapEx OpEx budgets vendor development outsourcing strategy and cost optimization Approve sourcing and localization for cells thermal systems HV DC components BMS EMS PCS interfaces fire suppression HVAC units and containerized infrastructure Direct EV vs BESS chemistries sourcing strategy LFP NMC LTO with focus on cycle life safety and economics 4 Quality Reliability Testing Governance Approve reliability test matrices qualification strategies for o Long-cycle aging RTE performance o Stress C-rate high-temperature cycling o Thermal propagation abuse testing o Bank fault simulation fail-safe testing Ensure real-time diagnostic analytics using SCADA MES logs to prevent field failures Implement quality systems ISO 9001 IATF 16949 ISO 14001 ISO 45001 as applicable 5 Organizational Vendor Ecosystem Development Build and lead a multi-disciplinary organization including o Manufacturing Engineering o Thermal Mechanical Engineering o BMS Controls SCADA EMS Engineering o EHS Safety and Certification o Commissioning Aftermarket Develop ecosystem of domestic international suppliers technology partners Create skill development frameworks for technicians engineers leaders 6 Cross-Functional Business Leadership Collaborate with R D Product Management EPC Project Delivery Commissioning and After-Sales for bank reliability and commissioning success Drive customer audits certification approvals EPC specifications alignment and performance warranties availability RTE duty cycle guarantees Support commercial teams in technical bids tenders and techno-commercial evaluations for C I utility and renewable-integrated BESS projects Qualifications Experience Bachelor s degree B E B Tech mandatory Master s Degree M Tech or MBA in Operations Strategic Leadership preferred 15-25 years of experience with extensive exposure to o Li-ion manufacturing EV Packs BESS o Utility-grade electrical systems compliance o HV battery operations 600-1500 V DC o Plant leadership CapEx planning automation vendor development Prior leadership role Head GM VP level in ESS EV batteries Power Electronics Renewable EPC or High-Reliability Manufacturing preferred Key Competencies Leadership Strategy Visionary mindset with deep understanding of global energy storage trends Strong governance on safety compliance quality reliability and documentation Ability to lead multi-plant operations scaling strategies Technical Business Skills Expert in lithium battery safety thermal management BMS hierarchy HV compliance and containerized BESS integration High competency in CapEx Opex planning localization strategy total cost of ownership TCO and power market implications Soft Skills Excellent communication with internal teams board members regulatory bodies EPCs utilities and certification agencies Stakeholder management negotiation team building and conflict resolution Industry Renewables Setting Job Type Full-time Work Location In person