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Job Title

Senior Engineer - Cooling Sub System
Location

Bangalore

About Us

Ingersoll Rand is a global provider of mission-critical flow creation, life science and industrial solutions. Ingersoll Rand’s Global Engineering & Technology Center (GEC) in Bangalore, A GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFIED WORKPLACE is driven by an ownership mindset and entrepreneurial spirit, has been a beacon of innovation for over 19 years, embodying our purpose to “Make Life Better” for our employees, customers, shareholders and the planet. 

The Engineering & Technology center has expertly supported a diverse range of industrial products, offering deep expertise in core and digital engineering space. By cultivating a sense of inclusion, belonging and respect, and a collaborative culture, the GEC has fostered the most talented and capable engineers, thereby playing a pivotal role in driving Ingersoll Rand’s purpose and strategic focus areas.

Job & Division Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Engineer (Cooling Sub-System) to lead the design, analysis, validation, and optimization of cooling subsystems for industrial compressor packages and related equipment. This role involves defining thermal system architecture, designing heat exchangers, optimizing airflow, executing thermal simulations, leading product validation, and collaborating with global teams and suppliers to deliver robust, efficient cooling solutions .

Responsibilities

1. Thermal Design & Development

Lead design activities for cooling subsystems, including oil coolers, aftercoolers, combined coolers, air-cooled heat exchangers, and heat recovery systems.
Execute thermal sizing and components selection for heat exchangers, fans, blowers, ducts, and associated cooling hardware.
Optimize sub-system metrics including thermal performance, package footprint, pressure drop, reliability, power consumption and total cost.

2. Thermal Analysis & Simulation

Develop and validate thermal models using tools such as HTRI and GT-SUITE.
Conduct advanced studies covering heat transfer analysis, flow distribution, airflow optimization, pressure drop calculations, and system resistance modelling.
Correlate simulation predictions with empirical test data to drive continuous design improvements.

3. Product Validation & Testing

Formulate Design Verification plans and comprehensive thermal validation strategies.
Analyze test results to identify root causes and resolve thermal performance issues.

4. Project & Technical Leadership

Own thermal engineering activities across new product development (NPD) and sustaining engineering projects.
Collaborate cross-functionally with global engineering teams, suppliers, manufacturing, sourcing, and quality functions.
Mentor New Engineers and provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
Present technical findings and strategic recommendations to project stakeholders and leadership.

5. Supplier & Customer Engagement

Partner with suppliers of heat exchangers, fans, and blowers to co-develop optimized solutions.
Review technical submissions including supplier designs, validation reports, and manufacturing documentation.
Support customer discussions regarding technical cooling performance and boundary requirements.

6. Regulatory & Compliance Support

Ensure design compliance with global standards and regulations, including ASME BPVC, PED, CRN, NR-13, CE, and ISO standards.
Support regional compliance and certification activities.

Mandatory Requirements

Deep technical knowledge of heat transfer, fluid mechanics, applied thermal systems, thermodynamics, and psychrometry.
Proven track record in air mover selection and thermal testing/validation.
Hands-on experience with shell-and-tube, bar-and-plate, brazed plate, and finned-tube heat exchangers design.
Proficiency in system modelling using HTRI and GT-SUITE software.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desired Skills

Customer-focused approach to technical problem-solving.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions independently.
Familiarity with project management methodologies and risk assessment capabilities.
Ability to thrive in a matrixed, global, cross-functional environment.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with Thermal Engineering Experience (Minimum 8 years),
Master’s degree in Thermal Engineering with Thermal Engineering Experience (Minimum 6 years),

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

This position is based in Bangalore, India and minimal anticipated travel.

What we Offer

We are all owners of the company! Stock options (Employee Ownership Program) that align your interests with the company's success.  
Yearly performance-based bonus, rewarding your hard work and dedication.  
Leave Encashments
Maternity/Paternity Leaves
Employee Health covered under Medical, Group Term Life & Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program 
Employee development with LinkedIn Learning 
Employee recognition via Awardco 
Collaborative, multicultural work environment with a team of dedicated professionals, fostering innovation and teamwork.

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Senior Engineer - Cooling Sub-System

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