Head of Engineering

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title:

Design Head Location:

Mumbai, India Department:

Engineering & Design Reports To:

Managing Director

About the Company: Amar Equipment Pvt. Ltd.(AEPL) is India’s leading manufacturer of high-pressure reactors, continuous flow reactors, and advanced process equipment, trusted by global leaders across the pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, and research sectors. With over

50 years of excellence in precision engineering , Amar has built a reputation for delivering innovative, reliable, and custom-built solutions across

lab and pilot scales .

Our product portfolio includes:

High-pressure batch reactors Continuous flow reactors Agitated Nutsche filters & dryers Custom skid-mounted process systems Heating & cooling circulators

Recognizing the immense potential and rapid global adoption of continuous flow processes, Amar has, over the past five years, ventured aggressively into flow reactor technology, leading to the establishment of

Amar Flow Laboratory LLP (AFL)— a cutting-edge R&D center dedicated to advancing flow chemistry and process intensification. Equipped with comprehensive chemical research facilities, capabilities in kinetics, pocess safety, and scale-up studies, and active collaborative programs with pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and academic partners. AFL brings together engineers and chemists to convert traditional batch processes into safer, greener, and more efficient continuous flow solutions, shaping the future of chemical manufacturing. With a strong presence in

40+ countries , Amar is backed by a highly skilled engineering

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced

Design Head

to lead the company’s

product and process equipment design function . This is the

most critical engineering leadership role

in the organization, with

complete ownership of New Product Development (NPD)

and the evolution of our product portfolio. This role requires deep expertise in

mechanical design, pressure vessels, flow systems, and pilot-scale equipment , along with the leadership ability to manage a

cross-functional design and drafting team This role is ideal for a

deeply hands-on design leader —someone who doesn’t just optimize existing designs, but

creates new systems from first principles , solves complex engineering problems, and thrives on challenges that

do not yet have standard answers .

Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the

entire design and drafting team , ensuring timely and accurate delivery of engineering drawings and 3D models. Be the person responsible for New Product development (NPD) Oversee the

design and detailing

of equipment like

pressure reactors, Nutsche filters, flow systems, skid-mounted assemblies, and heat exchangers . Ensure compliance with

international design standards and codes

(e.g., ASME, DIN, IS, CE, ATEX where applicable). Review and approve mechanical drawings, P&IDs, GA drawings, and fabrication details. Collaborate with the

sales, production, quality, and R&D teams

to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and performance. Drive

CAD/CAE optimization, BOM standardization, and design automation initiatives . Mentor the design team on

best practices, new tools, and design methodologies . Support client interactions during technical discussions, design finalization, and customization reviews. Evaluate and implement

design software upgrades

and digital tools to improve productivity and innovation.

Key Requirements: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

(mandatory); M.Tech preferred. 12–20 years

of experience in equipment design, preferably in

process plant equipment or capital goods industry . Strong working knowledge of

pressure vessels, rotating equipment, heat exchangers, and fluid systems . Proficiency in

SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other 3D/2D CAD tools

is preferred but not mandatory Good understanding of

material selection, GD&T, stress analysis, and welding standards . Proven experience in

leading and mentoring design teams . Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

What We Offer: A

top-tier technical leadership role

with real authority and ownership. Opportunity to

define and build next-generation flow and process equipment , not just maintain legacy designs. Exposure to

cutting-edge chemical engineering challenges , pilot plants, and scale-up projects. A culture that values

engineering depth, innovation, and problem-solving

over hierarchy. Strong alignment with the company’s

global growth, R&D expansion, and technology leadership vision .