Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced NPI Engineer for our commercial and industrial Air Handling Unit (AHU)
product lines launch for custom and standardized Air Handlers...
You will own…
· System Design, Assembly design,
· Buy / Make Ready BOM, Drawings & Technical Documents.
This role ensures that new HVAC equipment meets strict safety, energy-efficiency (ASHRAE/AHRI), cost,
and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
· System Design : Component selection based on regulatory requirements and target product
specifications. Collaborate Electrical / Thermal Design teams during early-stage development.
Collaborate with CAE team for digital evaluation & Optimisation of system.
· Digital Design : Design & Optimize sheet metal enclosures, structural frames, coil arrangements, and
fan assemblies for ensuring minimal change to existing value chain ecosystem.
· Cross-Functional Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison between Design Engineering, Sourcing,
Quality, Facilities, and Production Operations to hit product launch timelines and target BOM costs.
· Testing & Validation : Coordinate and get units ready for testing and coordinate and lead communication
with test agency.
· Pilot Builds : Lead phase-gate reviews, prototype builds, and pilot runs for new AHU configurations.
Validate process capabilities, cycle times, and line balances.
· Supply Chain & Supplier Quality: Partner with supply chain teams to evaluate supplier capabilities for
specialized components (fans, coils, dampers, VFDs, and controls). Support PPAP.
· Regulatory & Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with UL 60335-2-40 : 2025, ASHRAE
requirements.
Qualifications
Category Requirements
Education Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
Experience 7-10+ years of NPI of commercial HVAC equipment.
Technical Skills • 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo). • Knowledge of sheet metal
fabrication (CNC punching, laser cutting, press brake forming) and structural welding. • Understanding of
air handler sub-assemblies (coils, DX systems, chilled water loops, EC/plug fans, filter racks). ·
Understanding of Sensors and adequate use • Familiarity with electrical panel wiring and low/high-voltage
testing.
Quality & Lean Hands-on experience with DFM/DFA, FMEA, standard work
Certifications
(Preferred) Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, PMP
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
· Regulatory compliance: No Deviation… ASHRAE, UL, OSHA requirements
· EPA Compliance: No Deviation
· DOE Compliance: No Deviation
· Parts Reusability: Total Unique Part count to be optimum
· Sourcing Friendly Parts Design : No change to existing value chain & sourcing ecosystem
· On-Time Gate Delivery: Launch readiness aligned with target product release dates
· Document Accuracy: All technical documents to be accurate and should not cause any delays in build to
document error.
