Hardware Project Manager
Robert Bosch Venture Capital
Hardware Project Manager
Robert Bosch Venture Capital
Venture capital funding deep tech startups
Roles & Responsibilities :
Seeking an experienced Hardware Project Manager to lead development and delivery of Battery Management System (BMS) hardware for grid-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role involves end-to-end ownership of hardware lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery, system integration, and compliance with safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Project Execution & Delivery
Lead complete lifecycle of BMS hardware projects (concept ? design ? validation ? release)
Define scope, timelines, milestones, and resource plans
Monitor project KPIs, risks, and ensure on-time delivery
Hardware Development & Technical Coordination
Drive development of:
BMS electronics (AFE, MCU, sensing, protection circuits)
Communication interfaces (CAN, Ethernet)
Ensure alignment with BESS system architecture (battery, PCS, EMS integration)
Coordinate cross-functional teams: Hardware, Software, Mechanical, V&V
System Requirements & Integration
Translate system-level requirements into hardware specifications
Ensure requirement traceability and system-level integration
Support end-to-end product integration and change management
Validation, Quality & Compliance
Lead DVP, validation, and qualification testing
Drive FMEA, root cause analysis, and issue resolution
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards (IEC, UL, functional safety)
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Manage vendors for PCB design, prototyping, and testing
Ensure clear communication and alignment on deliverables
Documentation & Product Release
Ensure availability of:
Design documents, test reports, interface specifications
Support product release, certification, and manufacturing handover
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical / Electronics Engineering
Experience
15–20 years in hardware development & project management
Experience in BMS / Battery Systems / Power Electronics / BESS
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of:
BMS architecture, battery sensing, balancing
Embedded hardware & analog/digital design
System integration in energy storage systems
Understanding of validation processes (DVP, testing, reliability)
Project & Tools
Experience in:
Project planning, risk management, stakeholder handling
Tools: Jira / MS Project / equivalent tracking tools
Soft Skills
Strong leadership & communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving mindset (critical for BMS domain)
Preferred Skills
Exposure to certification and compliance processes
Key Success Metrics
On-time project delivery
Hardware quality and reliability
Compliance with standards
Stakeholder satisfaction
Venture capital funding deep tech startups
RBVC (Robert Bosch Venture Capital) is a global venture capital firm that backs early-stage deep tech startups in areas like energy efficiency, medical devices, and virtual/augmented reality. It supports companies with funding and access to Bosch’s network and resources to help them scale and bring innovations to market. Unlike traditional VCs, RBVC may purchase solutions for a proof-of-concept while allowing startups to keep their intellectual property, which speeds up development and lowers upfront costs. The firm earns money through equity investments and the eventual success of its portfolio. RBVC’s goal is to accelerate technological advances across multiple industries by connecting startups with Bosch’s ecosystem, customers (from medical centers to data centers), and global reach.
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