Engineer Senior _ New Product Development

(Compressor / Pump / Mixer Specialty Seal)

Role Summary

New Product Development (NPD) Engineer (Senior) is responsible for providing engineering support on all aspects of new product development efforts; concept development, virtual testing using FEA, physical test planning, design standardization, and working with a cross-functional team to deliver industry leading products.

Location

GTEC Chennai

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work within project teams to design and produce new industry-leading products within the Dry gas compressor Seals, Mixer and Specialty Seals, and Pump Seals product portfolios. These efforts include:Develop and implement project schedules for product development phasesDevelop conceptual designs and prototypesConduct design analysis calculations to support seal design efforts including use of FEA, self-developed computer algorithms, and hand calculationsDevelop and implement test programsDocument product development design capabilities with product line engineering standards, and application guidelinesCollaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely deliveryThrough adherence to engineering standards and processes, ensure quality, reliability, and market competitiveness in all product designs and their applicationFoster the creation and growth of technical capabilities through third-party organizations and research institutions (i.e. universities, private research organizations, government laboratories, etc.).Author technical documents that capture design development decisions, product design analysis’, laboratory testing, and field-testing programs.Maintain broad mechanical engineering skills and knowledge of state-of-the-art technical and industry trends through review of technical publications, participation in technical conferences, interfacing with external technical resources, and participation in internal and external training opportunities.Support new product lines while becoming a subject matter expert and leader in new technologies. Partner with Engineering, Operations, Sales, Quality Assurance and other stakeholders as necessary to provide customer centric and highly responsive support to resolve product performance issues in the field.

STANDARD ACCOUNTABILITIES

Manages design projects involving complex designs, including oversight of resources and technical issuesDemonstrates ability to handle multiple product linesDevelops engineering standards and work proceduresDevelops test procedures and test report

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Ensures on-time performance of assigned tasksSuccessfully implements project deliverablesDrives product cost reductionLeads time reduction activitiesProvides engineering analysis qualityProvides responses to internal and external customer feedbackDemonstrates adequate knowledge on auxiliary systems associated with mechanical sealPerform RCA, implement lessons learn

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The successful contributor in this role should demonstrate proficiency in/or possess the following:

Recognized as a qualified engineer by external certifying bodies, as indicated by ProfessionalAble to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyContinuous Improvement Process (CIP) certification, Green Belt minimumStrong knowledge of Mechanical Seals & Auxiliary systems (wet & dry)Excellent organizational and project management skills with track record of managing large projectsContinuous improvement mindset and high degree of comfort with engineering tools and related technologiesCoaching associate or a team to execute their work effectively.Familiar with manufacturing processes and metallurgy; Identify and implement the manufacturing improvements based on continuous engagementTaking ownership of actions, initiating things for process betterment and passion towards learning and mentoringFluency in verbal and written "English" communication

QUALIFICATION

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) graduate with 10+ years of experience or Mechanical Diploma engineers with 13+ years of experience in similar engineering industryExpert in SOLIDWORKS and AutoCAD (2D & 3D) software’sFamiliar on applying the engineering concepts/principles during the analysis using FEA tool like ANSYS/SOLIDWORKSStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to apply technology to creatively solve problems meeting business and stakeholder needs