Job Summary:

Responsible for leading the complete R&D; and Product Development function for Air Conditioner manufacturing, driving innovation, recent 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 Current 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,

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