JD for Senior Manasger Engineering - Dry CoolerJob Title : Senior Manager Engineering (Dry Coolers)Department : Engineering / Product DevelopmentReports to : General Manager - Engineering / VP EngineeringLocation : Chennai, INDIAExperience Required : 12- 15 years in mechanical engineering, HVAC, or heat exchange systemsIndustry : HVAC/R, Thermal Engineering, Process Cooling, or similarJob Summary:The Senior Manager - Engineering (Dry Coolers) will be responsible to set up a new team of engineers and lead them in engineering, design, and development of dry cooler systems. This position is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end engineering lifecycle including conceptualization, design, prototyping, validation, and production support while ensuring high quality, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.Key Responsibilities:1. Technical Leadership:- Be able to set up a team of engineers exclusively for Dry Cooler- Lead and manage the engineering team focused on design and development.- Review and approve product designs, calculations, and simulations (CFD, thermal, structural).- Ensure product compliance with relevant ASME, ANSI, CE, UL, or other applicable standards.- Guide the selection of components (fans, motors, coils, etc.) based on thermal and performance requirements.2. Product Development & Innovation:- Drive R&D initiatives for energy-efficient and high-performance dry cooler systems.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement.- Optimize existing designs for cost, manufacturability, and performance.3. Project Management:- Manage multiple engineering projects with clear timelines, resource planning, and deliverables.- Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, quality, and marketing for product development lifecycle.- Ensure timely documentation including BOMs, technical datasheets, test reports, and manuals.4. Customer & Sales Support:- Provide technical support to sales and marketing teams, including pre-sales engineering and custom solutioning.- Review and approve engineering content for bids, proposals, and customer documentation.- Address field issues with root-cause analysis and engineering corrections.5. Team Management & Development:- Mentor and develop a team of design and development engineers.- Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.- Lead performance reviews, training needs assessments, and skill development initiatives.Qualifications & Skills:Education:- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field.Experience:- 12- 15 years of experience in engineering design and development of dry coolers, heat exchangers, or similar HVAC/R equipment.- Proven experience in leading technical teams and projects.Technical Skills:- Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.- Proficiency in engineering tools like HVAC Thermal rating software, SolidWorks/Creo, AutoCAD, ANSYS, CFD tools, etc.- Familiarity with ERP systems and PLM tools.- Understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to coils, sheet metal, and assembly.Soft Skills:- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.- Leadership presence with a collaborative management style.Preferred Certifications (Not Mandatory):- Certifications in HVAC standards or energy efficiency