NPI Engineer, Electrical

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Job Description:

Bengaluru, India - Full-Time

About Fluence: Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.

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New Product Introduction Responsibilities

• Lead electrical NPI activities from concept through production launch, ensuring electrical manufacturing readiness and successful factory ramp-up across internal manufacturing sites and Contract Manufacturers (CMs).
• Review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, harness drawings, BOMs, and component specifications for manufacturing feasibility, completeness, and production readiness.
• Drive electrical Design for Excellence (DFX), including DFM, DFA, Design for Automation, Design for Cost, and serviceability, with focus on assembly access, cable routing, bend radius, connector selection, termination, grounding, insulation, and electrical interfaces.
• Conduct virtual build reviews using 3D models and electrical drawings to identify routing conflicts, clearance issues, assembly sequence constraints, and potential manufacturing risks before physical builds.
• Lead and support prototype, pilot, validation, qualification, and production builds at contract manufacturers and manufacturing sites; capture build issues and drive timely closure with design and manufacturing teams.
• Assess the manufacturability of HV/LV distribution systems, busbars, cable harnesses, protection devices, control panels, connectors, grounding systems, and electrical interfaces.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to develop assembly instructions, tooling and fixture requirements, torque specifications, crimping and termination requirements, inspection checkpoints, and electrical workmanship criteria.
• Contribute to PFMEA and control plan activities, ensuring electrical design risks, manufacturing risks, and lessons learned are incorporated into robust production processes.
• Coordinate engineering changes, BOM updates, drawing revisions, and configuration control to ensure the correct design revision is implemented during prototype, pilot, and production builds.
• Support supplier and Contract Manufacturer readiness reviews, including process capability, workmanship, tooling, inspection methods, capacity, and technical issue resolution.
• Track electrical NPI risks, open issues, actions, dependencies, and readiness milestones; communicate progress and escalate critical technical, quality, cost, and schedule blockers.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and external manufacturing partners to ensure on-time NPI execution and successful production ramp-up.
• Drive continuous improvement and standardization of electrical NPI processes, including DFX guidelines, virtual build practices, manufacturing lessons learned, and electrical DFX rulebook development.
• Travel internationally to suppliers, Contract Manufacturers, and manufacturing sites to support prototype builds, factory launches, and production ramp-up activities.

Quality & Reliability

• Define, monitor, and report electrical manufacturing KPIs including Manufacturing Readiness, First Pass Yield (FPY), Yield, Cycle Time, Productivity, Build Issue Closure, and Production Stability.
• Validate electrical manufacturing processes through process qualification, pilot builds, Run-at-Rate, production readiness, and quality validation activities while ensuring compliance with applicable quality standards.

Regulatory Compliance

• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Compliance teams to ensure electrical manufacturing processes and product assembly practices meet applicable regulatory, customer, safety, and internal quality requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 6-10 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, NPI, Manufacturing Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, or a related function.
• Proven experience with prototype builds, pilot production, manufacturing readiness, production launches, and Contract Manufacturer support.
• Strong understanding of HV/LV electrical systems, cable and wire harnesses, busbars, grounding and bonding, insulation, creepage/clearance, connectors, electrical terminations, and protection devices.
• Strong knowledge of DFX/DFM/DFA, electrical manufacturing process development, PFMEA, root-cause analysis, engineering change management, BOM control, and configuration management.
• Experience reviewing electrical CAD drawings and 3D assemblies using tools such as EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, Creo, or equivalent.
• Experience with virtual builds, digital mock-up reviews, 3D model-based DFX, and design-to-manufacturing workflows.
• Experience managing multiple NPI activities, project schedules, risk registers, issue tracking, and cross-functional technical teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PLM, ERP systems, and project management tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Willingness to travel internationally to suppliers, Contract Manufacturers, and manufacturing sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), battery packs/modules, power electronics, inverters/PCS, EV powertrains, or industrial electrical systems.
• Understanding of BESS interfaces with BMS, PCS, thermal management, protection, and auxiliary systems.
• Experience supporting HV battery systems and associated electrical safety and manufacturing requirements.
• Experience developing electrical DFX standards, manufacturing guidelines, lessons-learned databases, and DFX rulebooks.
• Experience working with global Product Engineering and Manufacturing teams and Contract Manufacturers across multiple regions.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

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Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.