Head - Design & Engineering Batching Plant

Position: Head - Design & Engineering Batching Plant
Location: Bengaluru
Experience: 18-20 Years
Education: B.Tech (ME)/M.Tech (ME)
Industry: Construction Equipment Manufacturing

Purpose of Role

To lead and oversee the design, development, and engineering efforts for the Batching Plant product vertical. This role involves driving innovation, optimizing designs, ensuring compliance with standards, and delivering cost-effective, high-quality solutions tailored for both domestic and global markets.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

1. Leadership & Team Management

• Head the Batching Plant vertical, managing a multidisciplinary team of mechanical engineers.
• Mentor, evaluate, and enhance the capabilities of the engineering team.

1. Product Design & Development

• Lead the design and development of Batching Plants, Belt Conveyor Systems, Material Feeding Systems, and Concrete Mixing Systems.

• Innovate new solutions to cater to market demands and global standards.
• Optimize designs to reduce costs and enhance performance.

1. Project Execution

• Collaborate with sales and project teams to create customer-specific configurations.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for on-time delivery.

1. Compliance & Standards

• Ensure adherence to Indian and international standards related to batching plants.
• Develop and implement engineering protocols, standards, and procedures.

1. Technical Problem-Solving

• Identify and resolve technical challenges efficiently.
• Provide technical guidance and approvals for documentation, drawings, and specifications.

1. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to align project objectives and expectations.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Project Timeliness: Percentage of projects completed within defined timelines.
• Cost Optimization: Reduction in product costs through design improvements.
• Innovation Impact: Number of new solutions developed and deployed.
• Compliance Rate: Adherence to Indian/International standards without deviations.
• Team Performance: Growth and performance metrics of the engineering team.
• Customer Satisfaction: Feedback score from customer-specific configurations.

Technical Competencies:

• Proficiency in mechanical CAD/CAE tools: Creo, SolidWorks, Ansys.
• Expertise in NPD processes, DFMEA, FEA, GD&T, and structural design.
• Knowledge of PLM/SAP systems and material standards.
• Strong foundation in design optimization, product validation, and testing processes.
• Understanding of welding processes, structural integrity, and engineering materials.
• Up-to-date knowledge of global advancements in concrete batching equipment.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Agility
• Boldness
• Collaboration

Key Internal Stakeholders:

• Operations
• Engineering & Design
• Quality
• Finance & Accounts
• Legal
• Purchase & SCM
• Planning & Strategy

Key External Stakeholders:

• Customers: Understand and integrate customer requirements into designs.
• Vendors and Suppliers: Collaborate for sourcing materials and components.
• Regulatory Bodies: Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards.
• Consultants: Engage for specialized technical inputs and validations.