About this role
Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
The Engine Applications Manager will lead the design, development, validation, and customer application engineering activities for Industrial Engine platforms catering to Off-Highway and Construction Equipment applications. The role requires strong technical leadership in engine integration, customer-focused product development, and cross-functional project execution for key OEM customers and other industrial equipment manufacturers
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design and integration of engine systems including cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, mounting, and structural assemblies.
- Serve as technical interface for OEM customers, translating application requirements into optimized solutions.
- Manage multiple development programs, ensuring timely execution and risk mitigation.
- Oversee validation, reliability, and performance testing activities.
- Drive value engineering, cost reduction, localization, and supplier development initiatives.
- Mentor engineering teams and foster innovation and continuous improvement.
Required Experience
- Engine design and integration for Construction Equipment, Material Handling, Industrial Power Units, SLCM, Telehandlers, Soil Compactors, Firefighting Pump Sets, and other Off-Highway applications.
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of diesel engine integration and emission-compliant platforms (CPCB IV+, BS-V, Stage V, Tier-4F).
- Expertise in cooling, intake, exhaust, fuel, mounting systems, sheet metal structures, castings, and machined components.
- Sound understanding of machine design, durability, thermal management, NVH, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.
- Proficiency in UG/NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and PLM tools (Windchill/Teamcenter); Creo/CATIA desirable.
Experience
- 7-15 years of relevant experience in Mechanical Design and Product Development and OEM engineering SPOC
Industry Preferred
Qualifications
- B.E./ B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Mandatory)
- M.E./ M.Tech in Design Engineering / Machine Design (Preferred)
General Requirements
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