Head of Engineering

Location

Faridabad (Flexible with travel to project sites)

About Company

We work with leading steel, aluminium, and process industry clients globally and are focused on delivering high-impact energy-saving solutions.

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly experienced Head of Engineering to lead our engineering function across design, project execution, and innovation. This is a leadership role responsible for ensuring high-quality engineering delivery, faster execution, and development of scalable, standardised solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership

• Lead and manage the complete engineering function including design, thermal engineering, and automation
• Define engineering strategies aligned with company growth and technology roadmap
• Drive standardisation and modularisation of product designs

Project Engineering & Execution

• Oversee engineering deliverables across projects (GA drawings, P&IDs, BOMs, fabrication drawings)
• Ensure timely and error‑free design release
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams (Sales, Production, Installation)

Design & Technical Excellence

• Establish design validation processes and engineering standards
• Ensure accuracy in thermal calculations, burner sizing, and system design
• Minimise design‑related errors and rework

Innovation & Product Development

• Lead development of hydrogen‑compatible systems, low NOx burners, and WHR solutions
• Support new product development and technology improvements

Team Management & Development

• Build and lead a high‑performance engineering team
• Develop training programs, SOPs, and knowledge systems
• Reduce dependency on individuals through structured processes

Process & Systems Implementation

• Implement engineering SOPs, checklists, and documentation standards
• Drive adoption of design tools and simulation
• Ensure alignment with ERP systems

Cost & Value Engineering

• Identify opportunities for design optimisation and cost reduction
• Improve product efficiency while maintaining performance

Key Requirements

Experience

• 12+ years in industrial furnace / combustion / thermal engineering
• Experience in steel, non‑ferrous, or heat treatment industries preferred
• Proven experience in leading engineering teams and handling multiple projects

Technical Skills

• Strong fundamentals in heat transfer, combustion, and fluid mechanics
• Experience with industrial burners, recuperators/regenerators, furnace design

Leadership Skills

• Strong team management and decision‑making capabilities
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and drive execution
• Problem‑solving mindset with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in energy efficiency or decarbonisation technologies
• Exposure to international projects or global clients
• Familiarity with automation and control systems

Success Metrics (Indicative)

• On‑time delivery of engineering outputs
• Reduction in design errors and rework
• Improvement in project execution timelines
• Contribution to product innovation and standardisation

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge industrial decarbonisation technologies
• Leadership role with high impact on company growth
• Exposure to global projects and advanced engineering systems

Compensation

• 18 Laks+ Performance based incentive up to 50% of basic salary