Head - Engineering

Job Title Head Engineering

Location Chennai

About Us

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing multiple engineering teams, ensuring high-quality software development and product delivery
• Own responsibility for the technical Lead of Various Projects and NPD.
• Should be capable enough in better resource planning for effective Utilization
• Proficient in the implementation of best practices for various Benchmark products.
• Development of Project goals and employment of innovative technologies.
• Review the engineering project report and ensure that the project is completed within the Budget Limit.
• Recruiting, mentoring, and developing engineering talent to build a high-performing team.
• Implementing and refining engineering processes, tools, and best practices to increase efficiency and quality of work
• Lead product innovation, design engineering, and excellence across all manufacturing units to deliver high efficiency while ensuring reliable and compliant engineering deliverables.
• Develop and drive the new product development strategy and technology roadmap to support business growth.
• Build a strong engineering and NPD team, promoting collaboration on multidisciplinary activities to foster innovation and technical expertise.
• Ensure timely delivery of new products at optimal cost and quality, engaging all relevant stakeholders.
• Implement design and quality tools like EQFD, DFMEA, DFM/DFA, etc., and risk assessments to achieve optimal performance and confirm design robustness.
• Knowledge of CFD and FEA is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of PDM/PLM systems to enhance traceability and configuration control.
• Understand certification processes (ASME, CE, UL, etc.) and relevant ISO quality systems (9001, 14001, 50001) to drive continuous improvement in product quality and efficiency.
• Be knowledgeable about BIS certification and global technology transfer processes.
• Familiarity with industrial sector application needs will aid in developing new products and enhancing existing solutions, and support business growth.

Basic Qualifications

• M.Tech/ B.Tech in Mechanical from reputed institution with post qualification work experience between 18+years
• SAP knowledge
• MS Office Skills

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

Fully plant based, flexible working, hybrid.

Key Competencies

• Thorough knowledge in Tally
• SAP knowledge
• MS Office Skills

What we Offer

• We are all owners of the company! Stock options(Employee Ownership Program) that align your interests with the company's success.
• Yearly performance-based bonus, rewarding your hard work and dedication.
• Leave Encashments
• Maternity/Paternity Leaves
• Employee Health covered under Medical, Group Term Life & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee development with LinkedIn Learning
• Employee recognition via Awardco
• Collaborative, multicultural work environment with a team of dedicated professionals, fostering innovation and teamwork.