Applied engineering manager- Elect & Instrum.

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• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, pension, medical, dental, and vision care
• On the job/cross training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

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Job Title:

Applied Engineering Manager – Electrical & Instrumentation

Location:

Pune, MH (On-Site)

Role Overview:

The Applied Engineering Manager – Electrical & Instrumentation (SME-E&I) leads all engineering activities related to electrical systems and instrumentation within HVAC and industrial refrigeration projects. This role provides technical support to project delivery teams, manages post-sales engineering, and resolves technical issues during execution to ensure timely project completion. The position emphasizes compliance with industry standards, drives innovation, and collaborates across functions to deliver high-quality solutions for complex industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Execution:

• Oversee design, development, and implementation of electrical and instrumentation systems at project sites.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for electrical and instrumentation panels at vendor locations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical guidance on electrical systems, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Review and approve engineering designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Analyze tender inputs, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Prepare technical assessments, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and ensure compliance with country-specific codes.
• Design MV/LV switchgear panels, VFD & starter panels, HVAC-chiller panels, HT/LT cables, earthing systems, and electrical layouts using AutoCAD.
• Demonstrate expertise in PLC/DCS systems, instrumentation selection, and electrical design of starter panels (FCMA, DOL, Star-Delta, and VFD) and MV/HV Motors.
• Submit technical data sheets (TDS) and coordinate with customers, vendors, and procurement teams.
• Lead project kick-off and review meetings to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
• Implement quality processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives thru standardization.
• Maintain strong knowledge of industrial standards (IEC, IEEE, ISA).
• Exhibit excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with Operations Manager, mechanical, process, and CPM (Chiller Plant Manager) teams for integrated solutions.
• Coordinate with vendors and clients for technical clarifications, Drawings reviews, and customer approvals.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive process optimization and adoption of new technologies.
• Implement best practices for reliability, maintainability, and cost efficiency through standardized processes.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 9+ years of experience in HVAC, Chillers & Refrigeration, Cooling towers & AHU with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% across various sites in India.