Bahadir Kucukcipraci

Hardware Design Engineer @ Fujikura Europe

About

Hardware Design Engineer with a strong background in automotive electronics, battery systems, and high-speed PCB design. I specialize in designing and validating robust electronic hardware for electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and automotive control units. I have hands-on experience with PCB and FPC design using Altium Designer, EMC/EMI-aware hardware development, CAN-based communication systems, and hardware validation through test benches and system-level testing. My work includes projects for automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, covering the full lifecycle from concept and prototyping to production support. I hold a Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering and have contributed to TÜBİTAK and EU Horizon-funded R&D projects. I am particularly interested in battery management systems, power electronics, and reliable hardware architectures for next-generation mobility and energy solutions. Always eager to learn, improve, and collaborate, I’m open to opportunities where engineering excellence, innovation, and real-world impact come together.🚀💫

Country

Türkiye

City

Istanbul

Industry

Automotive

Skill

Hardware Criteria, Soldering Criteria, Terminal Criteria, Through Hole Technology Criteria, Surface Mount Technology Criteria, Component and PCB Damage Criteria, Discrete Wiring Criteria, High-Speed PCB Layout and Design, High Speed PCB Design , Power Electronics & High-Voltage Systems, Embedded Hardware & Firmware Development, Battery Management Systems (BMS) Design & Integration, PCB Design (Altium Designer), Automotive Communication Protocols (CANoe/CANalyzer) & Functional Safety (ISO 26262), Altium Designer, C++, ESP32 Microcontrollers, CANoe, Team Coordination, Simulink

Experience

Hardware Design Engineer

Fujikura Europe

2025-7 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

İstanbul, Türkiye

HV Battery System R&D Engineer

Siro Energy

2022-10 - 2025-4 · 2 yrs 7 mos

Gebze, Kocaeli, Türkiye

I successfully contributed to innovative battery solutions at Siro Energy through the design of custom voltage detection systems, SPI communication controllers, and by executing AVL PUMA and VECTOR CanOE-based testing protocols for EV battery validation. • Conducted battery pack and module evaluations utilising the AVL PUMA test chamber. • Executed testing of battery modules with VECTOR diagnostic instruments. • Designed a hardware system of a custom voltage detection unit to identify voltage imbalances in battery modules. • Created a daisy-chained communication controller box for battery modules, facilitating ISO-SPI to SPI conversion. • Facilitated BMS software flashing for ECU integration in Togg T10X electric vehicle project. • Engaged in EU Horizon projects like EXTENDED and REINFORCE, contributing to R&D in advanced energy systems.

Hardware Design Engineer

Farba Otomotiv A.Ş.

2020-10 - 2022-10 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Türkiye

I contributed to the development and validation of automotive lighting electronics at Farba, supporting OEM projects through PCB design, simulation, testing, and compliance documentation. • Generated e-BOMs, design requirements, and technical specifications for OEM automotive manufacturers. • Designed LED exterior lighting PCBs using Altium Designer for Ford Cargo Legacy and Togg T10X programs. • Designed specialized PCB test fixtures for validation. • Conducted simulations of analogue circuits utilising LTspice. • Developed comprehensive test plans for mass production. • Created EMC test documentation adhering to ECE-R10 and FMC1278 standards.

Hardware Design Engineer

Mutlu Akü

2018-9 - 2020-10 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Istanbul, Turkey

I successfully contributed to innovative battery solutions at Mutlu Akü, focusing on lithium-ion technology and energy storage. • Integrated lithium-ion cells into the forklift battery enclosure and configured system parameters using an off-the-shelf Battery Management System. • Created a 48V battery management system for energy storage applications using Altium Designer. • Executed testing procedures for NMC, LFP, and LTO battery chemistries, following specified validation guidelines. • Performed testing of lead-acid and lithium-ion storage systems within solar-powered applications. • Engaged in a collaborative Micro-Hybrid Battery R&D project funded by TUBİTAK alongside AVL and Mutlu Battery.

Volleyball Referee

Türkiye Voleybol Federasyonu

2014-1 - 2017-6 · 3 yrs 6 mos

Istanbul, Türkiye

Worked as a licensed referee under the Turkish Volleyball Federation. Officiated official youth and school league matches. Developed strong skills in decision-making, leadership, communication under pressure, and enforcement of game discipline. Contributed to fair competition and the promotion of sports ethics.