NPI Engineer – HVAC AHU

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.