Birjesh Kumar

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Reviewed and confirmed product specifications and system layout to ensure compliance with
design requirements, regulatory standards, and customer expectations.
• Validated mechanical, electrical, and software configurations for BESS products, coordinating
with IDHs and manufacturers for accurate implementation.
• Ensured product layouts aligned with safety, certification, and installation guidelines, minimizing
rework and supporting timely production and deployment.
• Collected, organized, and maintained all product documentation, digital assets, and regulatory
certifications for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) products.
• Collaborated closely with IDH partners on end-to-end product development, including hardware
design, firmware, software, server infrastructure, and mobile/web application development for
BESS platforms.
• Managed end-to-end finalization of packaging, regulatory labeling, user manuals, and warranty
documentation for e-bikes, battery systems, inverters, and BESS products, ensuring compliance
and market readiness.
• Led end-to-end development of grid-scale and residential/commercial BESS solutions from
concept, design, and validation through deployment and production.
• Worked extensively with lithium-ion, LFP, and alternative battery chemistries for stationary
energy storage applications.
• Coordinated with manufacturers to integrate certified battery modules and inverters compliant
with UL 9540 and UL 1741 SA/SB requirements.
• Ensured BESS products met U.S. safety, fire, and grid interconnection standards, including UL
9540, UL 9540A, UL 1741, IEEE 1547, and NFPA 855.
• Managed third-party testing and certification activities with NRTLs such as UL, Intertek, and SGS,
including UL 9540A fire propagation testing.
• Coordinated with factories for production readiness, quality alignment, and certification
compliance.
• Prepared, compiled, and submitted complete documentation packages to support compliance
with the SGIP Equipment Review Standard Operating Procedure.
• Managed communications with Program Administrators (PA) for SGIP New Equipment Reviews
and Factory/Field Discharge Data Reviews for batteries, inverters, and BESS.
• Responded to and resolved all PA queries related to documentation, certifications, and technical
reports during the equipment review process.
• Led the finalization of project sales agreements in collaboration with the CEO, ensuring timely
execution through DocuSign with customers.
• Set up and managed SGIP portal entries for residential and commercial incentive projects,
ensuring accurate configuration and timely submissions.
• Managed end-to-end SGIP documentation and compliance, including RRF, ESST, DR program
participation, Preliminary Monitoring Plans, and Customer Resiliency Attestations to secure
incentive approvals

- Techno-Commercial / Project Management
- Procurement & Vendor Management
- Costing / Commercial Strategy
- Compliance / Certification
- Product & Technical Leadership

• Coordinated procurement and promotion of multi-brand products across online platforms.
• Collected and managed product documents, digital assets, and certifications for platform setup.
• Set up and maintained product listings on Amazon, Walmart, Newegg, Home Depot, Lowes,
HSN, Target, and other e-commerce platforms.
• Managed deals and promotions on platforms like MyVipon and Dealinfo.
• Led development and testing of new products, collaborating with IDH on software and hardware
integration.
• Coordinated with factories for production and developed new vendor relationships to optimize
sourcing of raw materials.
• Oversaw Product, Purchase, Quality, and Marketing teams; implemented resource and skill
optimization.
• Managed project costing based on BOM and handled key overseas clients, including Beantech,
Datawind, Vidyut, Migadgets, and Ionic.
• Coordinated product and marketing efforts with Umido teams in India, Dubai, Hong Kong, and
USA.
• Conducted VAS application testing and commercial evaluation.
• Ensured product certifications including CE, FCC, BIS, UL, ETL, WERCS, Prop 65, and BQB.
• Provided after-sales support and performed market analysis to inform business strategy

• Managed OEM/ODM key accounts across China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Korea.
• Supervised Purchase Department, including evaluation and guidance of multiple subordinates.
• Reviewed requirements and revised Bills of Materials; planned material procurement per service
department needs.
• Coordinated with international vendors for material purchasing, quotations, and negotiations to
optimize component costs.
• Resolved quality issues in components with vendors and suggested process improvements.
• Analyzed alternatives for obsolete equipment and manufacturer changes.
• Established guidelines for final QC checkpoints covering hardware, software, and packaging.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Product Design & Development:
• Led end-to-end development and testing of Tablet PCs, Smartphones, Desktops, Netbooks,
Notebooks, and LCD/LED Monitors, guiding product engineers in all aspects.
• Conducted hardware and system tests to reduce test cycle time and achieve zero defects;
analyzed results and resolved complex issues.
• Ensured smooth functioning of mechanical, thermal, and electrical components; developed
prototypes and conducted firmware debugging, testing, and approval.
• Oversaw software and hardware customization, product issue reporting to vendors, and postlaunch
technical reviews including field rejection analysis and corrective actions.
• Provided escalation support to Customer Service and prepared sanity tests, technical
qualification approvals, and product standards documentation.
• Developed and enforced testing policies, procedures, and assurance plans; suggested
performance improvements and identified reliability issues.
• Maintained strong coordination between Production and Service departments; monitored
production processes, quality standards, and implemented quality-control programs.
• Conducted training for new and existing engineers on product specifications, troubleshooting,
and firmware.
• Managed key customer relationships including Micromax, Airtel, Sahara, and Moserbaer; served
as the single point of contact for Production plants and vendors.
• Prepared product documentation, specifications, FAQs, and software updates for company
website; participated in strategic meetings to align with future product requirements.
Vendor Management (Purchase):
• Managed OEM/ODM key accounts across China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, coordinating closely
with semiconductor suppliers.
• Led the Purchase Department, supervising and evaluating multiple subordinates, prioritizing
tasks, and maintaining uniform workload.
• Formulated and revised Bills of Materials (BOMs) based on production requirements; planned
materials to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Maintained continuous supply chain, including local and international procurement, while
resolving quality-related component issues with vendors.
• Managed vendor communications, sending inquiries, collecting quotations, negotiating
component rates, and analyzing equivalent replacements for obsolete or revised equipment.
• Coordinated process improvements with vendors to enhance component manufacturing
efficiency and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Oversaw import activities and customs clearance to streamline material logistics and reduce
delays.

• Designed and maintained electronic circuits and test environments for product development.
• Calibrated energy meters and conducted tests at various development stages.
• Developed and maintained test programs; identified key parameters to ensure product validity.
• Evaluated system performance against specifications and performed hardware debugging.
• Studied product designs and specifications for assembly and testing.
• Configured software in testing jigs; modified and fine-tuned test programs.
• Prepared verification and validation test plans, procedures, and reports; contributed to product
requirements and specifications.