Job Title: Senior Manager Engineering Air Fin Coolers - AFCDepartment: Engineering / Product DevelopmentReports to: General Manager / Head - EngineeringLocation: ChennaiExperience Required: 12- 15 years in thermal/mechanical engineering with specialization in heat exchanger systemsIndustry: HVAC, Process Equipment, Thermal Systems, Oil & Gas, Energy, Chemicals, or related fieldsJob Summary:The Senior Manager - Engineering Air Fin Coolers will be responsible for setting up the engineering team and lead them in engineering, development, and technical support for Plate & Frame Heat Exchangers. This role is responsible for managing the complete product lifecycle including design, development, customization, validation, and continuous improvement to meet customer and industry standards.Key Responsibilities:1. Product Engineering & Development- Set up a team of engineers for AFC- Lead them in the design and development of AFC for diverse industrial applications.- Oversee thermal and mechanical design calculations, including pressure drop, thermal sizing, plate pattern selection, and material optimization.- Ensure product compliance with international codes and standards such as ASME, TEMA, PED, CE, ISO, etc.2. Project Engineering Execution- Approve and review GA drawings, BOMs, and customer-specific technical documentation.- Manage engineering deliverables for customer orders, tenders, and turnkey projects.- Provide direction on configuration and customization of AFC for high-pressure, high-temperature, or corrosive applications.3. R&D and Product Innovation- Drive innovation in AFC technology - including winterization, reduction in power consumption and improved efficiency etc..- Support the development of high-efficiency, compact, and energy-saving heat exchanger models.- Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing to implement design improvements and new product introductions (NPIs).4. Technical Governance & Compliance- Ensure engineering practices follow QA/QC protocols and regulatory requirements.- Lead or contribute to FMEA, DFMEA, risk assessments, and root cause analysis for product failures or field complaints.- Maintain design documentation, test records, and design validation protocols.5. Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration- Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team including thermal, mechanical, and CAD professionals.- Collaborate with sales, proposals, production, sourcing, and quality teams to ensure seamless order execution.- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to talent development and knowledge transfer.6. Customer & Sales Support- Provide technical support for sales/pre-sales teams including solution engineering and proposal reviews.- Participate in customer discussions, design clarifications, and post-delivery support when needed.Qualifications:Education:- B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical, Thermal, or Chemical Engineering (required)Experience:- 12- 15 years in the design and engineering of AFC- Experience in leading engineering teams and managing high-value technical projectsSkills Required:Technical:- Proficiency in thermal design software (HTRI-AFC)- Knowledge of CAD and 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo)- Understanding of metallurgy, gasket materials, and corrosion mechanisms- Familiarity with international standards and pressure vessel design principlesManagerial:- Strong leadership and team management capabilities- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills- Effective communicator with cross-functional collaboration abilityDesirable:- Exposure to global engineering practices or export project execution- Certifications in Six Sigma, Lean Engineering, or Project Management (PMP) is an advantage