Job Summary:

Responsible for leading the complete R&D; and Product Development function for Air Conditioner manufacturing, driving innovation, new product development, product performance, energy efficiency, testing, validation, and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the R&D; and Product Development team for AC manufacturing
- Drive New Product Development (NPD) from concept to mass production
- Develop product roadmaps based on market trends and customer requirements
- Oversee product design, prototyping, testing, validation, and certification
- Lead development and improvement of split AC, inverter AC, window AC, and commercial AC products
- Drive improvements in cooling performance, energy efficiency, reliability, and product quality
- Conduct technology and competitor benchmarking
- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Service teams
- Drive value engineering, cost reduction, localization, and design optimization
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety, energy-efficiency, and regulatory standards
- Manage engineering changes, BOMs,



technical documentation, and product lifecycle
- Lead, mentor, and develop R&D; engineers and technical teams

Skills Required:
- Strong expertise in AC/HVAC product development and R&D;
- In-depth knowledge of refrigeration cycles and thermodynamics
- Knowledge of compressors, condensers, evaporators, heat exchangers, expansion devices, and refrigerants
- Strong experience in product design, testing, validation, and performance optimization
- Knowledge of DFM/DFA, value engineering, cost reduction, and manufacturing processes
- Robust leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills

Qualification & Experience:
- BE/B.Tech / M.Tech in Mechanical / Refrigeration & Air Conditioning / HVAC Engineering
- 12–20+ years of experience in AC/HVAC R&D; and Product Development
- Minimum 5 years in a senior R&D; leadership position

Preferred Experience:
- Experience in split AC, inverter AC,

📌 R&D Head (Pune)
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