Mahesh Padala

About Mahesh Padala

R&D professional with over 17 years of experience in HV battery packs, Vehicle integration, and Product development Lead the design and development of Li-Ion battery packs from 48v to 750v for passenger and commercial EVs Successfully delivered HV Battery packs for passenger car as well as eBUS Lead projects from concept to production (SOR to SOP) Hands on experience of cell to module assembly including welding cell tab and busbar. Set-up prototype battery pack manufacturing facility Good knowledge on Battery management system (BMS) and its functions Good knowledge on electrical systems & its architecture. Lead the integration of powertrain components (battery pack, motor, DC-DC converter, thermal management system, vehicle control unit (VCU), charging port) Perform DMU (Digital Mock-Up) validation and virtual build checks to ensure clearances and manufacturability Coordinate with CFTs of electrical, thermal, CAE, homologation, vehicle integration, manufacturing, RPT, Quality & purchasing teams Experience in working with global suppliers & global team Experience in DVP, DFMEA, Project management & team building Extensively worked on CATIA V5, Pro-E & Team center

Experience

1. Head of Design Department

   Waaree Group

   Nov 2025 — Present · Valsad, IN

Education

• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

  Engineering, Mechanical Engg

  2005