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Location: Bengaluru
Company: Caterpillar
Electrical/Electronic Design Engineer – Battery Power Distribution Unit (PDU) Design
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented PCB Design Engineer to support the development of battery-powered systems, including Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Power Distribution Units (PDUs). You will be responsible for schematic capture, PCB layout, prototyping, and validation of high- and low-voltage circuits. This role offers hands-on experience in a collaborative environment focused on energy storage, safety, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop multi-layer PCBs for battery systems, including BMS and PDUs
- Perform schematic capture, component placement, and PCB layout using industry-standard tools
- Ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT)
- Collaborate with electrical engineers to translate circuit designs into PCB layouts
- Conduct signal integrity, thermal, and EMI/EMC analysis
- Generate and review Gerber files, BOMs, and assembly drawings
- Coordinate with vendors for PCB fabrication and assembly
- Support prototype builds, bring-up, and debugging
- Perform functional testing, validation, and failure analysis of PCBs
- Ensure compliance with UL, CE, IPC, and relevant industry standards
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of PCB stack-up, trace impedance, and power/ground plane design
- Experience with high-voltage isolation, creepage/clearance, and safety-critical layouts
- Familiarity with analog, digital, and mixed-signal PCB design
- Knowledge of battery system requirements, including cell monitoring, balancing, and protection circuits
- Experience with communication interfaces (CAN, RS485, UART, I2C, SPI)
Tools & Software
- PCB Design Tools: Altium Designer, OrCAD, KiCAD, Eagle, Mentor Graphics, CAM350 (DFM)
- Simulation Tools: LTSpice, PSpice, HyperLynx, MATLAB/Simulink
- Testing Tools: Multimeter, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, CANOE
Soft Skills & Teamwork
- Strong attention to detail and documentation
- Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Proactive problem-solving and a continuous learning mindset
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical/ electronics engineering and a minimum of 6 years of experience
- Master’s degree in electrical/ electronics engineering and a minimum of 3 years of experience
- Experience with PCB prototyping, manufacturing coordination, and testing is highly desirable
- Exposure to battery-powered systems, BMS, or automotive/industrial electronics is a plus
