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Manjusha Kedari

Pleasanton,CA

Summary

Results-driven Systems Integration Engineer with 7+ years of experience specializing in energy systems and system-level troubleshooting. Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams and customers to define system requirements, develop functional specifications, and lead software/hardware validation for industrial-scale energy products. Expertise in electrical engineering principles, industry standards, and renewable energy technologies including solar, wind, and battery storage systems. Recognized for delivering cohesive technology solutions by merging diverse systems to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes. Strong team collaboration skills and adaptability to changing project requirements with a focus on achieving high-quality results. Proficient in system architecture, troubleshooting, and process automation.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal System Integration Engineer (Energy Storage System)

Stem Inc
01.2019 - 05.2025
  • Led program-level system integration of Battery Management Systems (BMS), ensuring seamless compatibility between new hardware components and existing software platforms.
  • Evaluated the feasibility of new Energy Storage System (ESS) features and developed detailed implementation plans for system-level integration with control interfaces across utility-scale and microgrid projects.
  • Directed comprehensive driver testing, troubleshooting, and validation of edge software for new ESS integrations, including third-party vendors such as Sungrow, Tesla, and Powin, as well as associated hardware interfaces.
  • Collaborated closely with software and electrical engineering teams to implement system features and resolve complex integration challenges across multiple product generations.
  • Developed, executed and managed automated test scripts for new hardware, integrated into CI/CD pipelines using Git, enhancing test coverage and accelerating bug detection and resolution during development stage.
  • Applied strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills to resolve complex field and production issues in collaboration with electrical, cloud, and control engineering teams—improving system stability in utility-scale projects.
  • Served as a hands-on contributor throughout the full product development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system design, development, testing, release, and version control management.
  • Proficient in configuring and remotely troubleshooting BMS communication protocols, enabling secure and reliable data exchange between system components and cloud-based energy management platforms.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conduct mission profile analyses and enhance Energy Storage System (ESS) performance, reliability, and safety.
  • Demonstrated operational leadership by managing fleet operations, coordinating maintenance efforts, resolving field issues, and minimizing system downtime.

Sr. System Specialist (Network Operation Center)

Stem Inc
04.2016 - 12.2018
  • System and Networking Specialist for Battery Storage Systems, focusing on provisioning Battery Management Systems (BMS) on cloud platforms in ROC.
  • Conducted extensive system-level testing and performed remote troubleshooting across a network of connected fleet devices for EMS.
  • Executed capacity and performance tests to ensure BMS functionality, reliability, and compliance with design specifications.
  • Provided 24/7 remote support for fleet-wide issue resolution using Jira, including real-time diagnostics and log analysis.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze and resolve system issues across hardware and software domains.
  • Performed fleet health analysis to identify failure patterns, mitigate risks, and improve system reliability and uptime.
  • Reported bugs and system anomalies to software and hardware engineering teams for resolution.
  • Deployed latest firmware and software updates across the fleet to ensure consistency, security, and performance.

Technical Support Engineer (Renewable Operation Center)

SunEdison
07.2013 - 03.2016
  • Designed and commissioned SunEdison SEEDS, an in-house data acquisition system (~200MW), and managed fleet-wide commercial DG and utility-scale photovoltaic plants across North America. Supported field technicians during commissioning by remotely troubleshooting equipment and network failures to reduce downtime.
  • Designed custom integrations between third-party analytics platforms and EMS/SCADA systems for solar monitoring utility plants.
  • Performed diagnostics and system validation for solar products (inverters, meters, trackers, combiners, weather stations) using Excel-based data analysis. Created and managed tickets for technical issues, and developed new commissioning processes to improve productivity and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (NPI, SCADA, Design, Procurement, Finance, Operations) to provide technical expertise, optimize system performance, and ensure compliance with project and PPA requirements. Reviewed and prepared performance/capacity test reports, and supported operations with day/week/month performance forecasting.
  • Experienced in network communications and control systems, with working knowledge of Modbus, DNP3, TCP/IP, RS-485/RS-232, SCADA, SEL RTAC, and PV modeling software (PVsyst). Hands-on experience in DAS systems and reading electrical schematics and component specs.

Technical Test Intern (Volunteer-Internship)

ECO Power Design (Solar Startup)
06.2012 - 06.2013
  • Developed an Automated Test Equipment module using LabVIEW for inverter applications.

Product Development Engineer (Electrical/Electronics-Wind Turbine Manufacturing)

Suzlon Energy Limited
12.2007 - 12.2009
  • Reviewed and provided feedback on electrical and electronic design improvements during the prototyping phase, including switchgears, sensors, battery boxes, and cable identification.
  • Supported process evaluation, product component design, and testing.

Engineering Intern

Tekson Electronics
08.2006 - 08.2007
  • Designed and developed prototype testing equipment for testing automobile harnesses.

Education

Master of Science - Electrical/Renewable Engineering, Sustainable Energy Program

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
06.2013

Bachelor - Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Pune University
08.2007

Skills

  • Embedded Controls: Battery management systems, edge devices, control algorithms
  • Testing & Validation: CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, system test case development
  • Technical Communication: Functional documentation, customer collaboration, design reviews
  • Tools & Technologies: AutoCAD, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, Git, Docker, SQL, Tableau, Jenkins
  • Protocols & Tools: Ethernet, TCP/IP, RS-485, Wireshark, CANalyzer, SCADA/SEL
  • Project Management: Jira, Confluence ERP: SAP Platforms: Linux, Unix, Windows

Timeline

Principal System Integration Engineer (Energy Storage System)

Stem Inc
01.2019 - 05.2025

Sr. System Specialist (Network Operation Center)

Stem Inc
04.2016 - 12.2018

Technical Support Engineer (Renewable Operation Center)

SunEdison
07.2013 - 03.2016

Technical Test Intern (Volunteer-Internship)

ECO Power Design (Solar Startup)
06.2012 - 06.2013

Product Development Engineer (Electrical/Electronics-Wind Turbine Manufacturing)

Suzlon Energy Limited
12.2007 - 12.2009

Engineering Intern

Tekson Electronics
08.2006 - 08.2007

Bachelor - Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Pune University

Master of Science - Electrical/Renewable Engineering, Sustainable Energy Program

Santa Clara University

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