Thermax - Group Head - Engineering

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Role & Responsibilities

• Oversee Engineering activities for Project & Product orders for PT Thermax International Indonesia.
• Provide leadership to the engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with lead engineers / designers, draftsmen (with India & Indonesia Team) to ensure timely Engineering delivery on schedule and meeting quality requirements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Proposals, Sales, Manufacturing, Materials, Construction, and Commissioning to align engineering efforts with business objectives.
• This includes active coordination with the Indonesia plant engineering team to ensure alignment and smooth project execution across geographies.
• Assign tasks, set goals, and monitor progress to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Provide technical guidance to the team, resolving complex engineering challenges and making informed decisions based on industry best practices.
• Identify and work on opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency enhancement across the engineering function.
• Drive standardization and cross-border knowledge sharing to align engineering practices between Pune HQ and Indonesia operations.
• Possess hands-on expertise in software such as CAD/AutoCAD; familiarity with 3D software is an added advantage.
• Possess hands-on expertise in ERP and PLM systems.
• Thoroughly review customer specifications, engage with customers to clarify queries, and address deviations to ensure accurate project understanding.
• Demonstrate proficiency in selecting Boiler System accessories like Pumps, Fans, Valves, Instruments, Burners, Gas Trains, PCE, Fuel / Ash handling, Refractory, different types of Combustors/Grates, Castings etc.
• Perform sizing calculations for biomass-fired, fossil fuel-fired, oil and gas-fired steam boilers and thermic fluid heaters, ensuring optimal capacity and efficiency.
• Apply expertise in selecting appropriate design (construction, materials, welding details, manufacturing tolerance) in adherence to international standards (IS, ASME, BS, EN) & National standards (IBR, IS) for both pressure and non-pressure components.
• Review and develop accurate P&ID diagrams, Process Flow diagrams, General Arrangement drawings, and Block Layouts that illustrate equipment arrangement and system connectivity.
• Drive the standardization & automation of boiler variants, aiming to reduce engineering operating costs.
• Ensure statutory compliance such as ISO, ASME, and IMS, and ensure the team carries out stipulated activities for recertification audits.
  

Job Specifications

• Essential Qualification : BE/ BTech/ME/ MTech.
• Experience : 15+ years.
  

Critical Competencies Of The Job

• Negotiating and Interpersonal skills.
• Excellent Communication (verbal, written) and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Organizing and Planning Skills.
• Process and result-oriented, self-starter, with a winning attitude.
• Working knowledge of leading a team.
• Ability to analyze engineering problems.
• Critical thinking.
• Creative mindset.
• Good rapport with authorities and third-party design approval agencies.