DescriptionJob Description – Manager / Senior Manager – BESS Product Management
Designation: Manager / Senior Manager – BESS Product Management
Department: Product Management / Engineering
Location: As per business requirement
Experience: 8–15 Years
Industry: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Renewable Energy, Power Electronics
Role Summary
The BESS Product Manager will own the product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for utility-scale, commercial & industrial (C&I), and hybrid renewable applications. The role involves product development, system architecture, technology evaluation, market analysis, customer engagement, and cross-functional coordination to deliver competitive and compliant energy storage solutions.
Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Roadmap
- Define and execute the BESS product roadmap aligned with market requirements.
- Evaluate emerging battery technologies (LFP, NMC, Sodium-Ion, etc.).
- Conduct competitor benchmarking and technology assessments.
- Develop product positioning, value propositions, and go-to-market strategies.
Technical Leadership
- Define system architecture for containerized BESS solutions.
- Lead integration of Battery Packs, BMS, PCS, EMS, HVAC, and Fire Suppression Systems.
- Establish technical specifications, performance KPIs, and design standards.
- Support engineering teams in design optimization and cost reduction initiatives.
Project & Product Development
- Drive new product development from concept to commercialization.
- Coordinate with Electrical, Mechanical, Thermal, Controls, and Software teams.
- Lead pilot deployments, validation testing, and field trials.
- Ensure manufacturability and standardization of BESS products.
Regulatory Compliance & Safety
- Ensure compliance with UL9540, UL1973, IEC 62933, IEEE 1547, BIS, and relevant grid codes.
- Drive safety design reviews, thermal runaway mitigation, and fire protection strategies.
- Coordinate certification activities with testing and certification agencies.
Commercial & Customer Engagement
- Support sales and business development teams with technical proposals and customer presentations.
- Engage with utilities, EPCs, IPPs, consultants, and industrial customers.
- Participate in tender reviews, technical clarifications, and product demonstrations.
- Analyze customer feedback and field performance for continuous product improvement.
Desired Skills
- Strong knowledge of BESS architecture and system integration.
- Expertise in Battery Management Systems (BMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and Power Conversion Systems (PCS).
- Understanding of battery chemistry, thermal management, and safety systems.
- Familiarity with grid integration, renewable energy systems, and power electronics.
- Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience with utility-scale and C&I BESS projects.
Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Power Electronics, Energy Systems, or related discipline.
- MBA (preferred but not mandatory).
- 8–15 years of experience in BESS, Renewable Energy, Power Electronics, Solar + Storage, or Energy Storage product development
