Design Engineering Manager (Mechanical, Piping, and Process)

At CRA, we're creating purpose-engineered solutions that power the Energy and Defence sectors. As an integrated engineering powerhouse, we design, engineer, and manufacture everything in-house—giving us unmatched control over quality and innovation. Our solutions are trusted by industry leaders including BrahMos Aerospace, ONGC, OIL, Indian Airforce, and Schlumberger.

We've entered an extraordinary growth phase—tripling in size over the last three years. Today, with 100+ professionals, we're positioned at the intersection of two rapidly expanding sectors.

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager with a strong background in the energy sector to lead and coordinate our multidisciplinary engineering teams. This role will focus on enhancing collaboration between our Mechanical, Electrical, and Process Engineering teams to ensure seamless project execution and high-quality outputs.

Own and elevate CRA’s entire mechanical design and engineering function — ensuring every deliverable is on time, cost-aligned, production-ready, and client-compliant. Build a high-performance team, enforce engineering rigor, and drive R&D/NPD initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Design & Engineering team: Associate, Designer, and Senior Designer roles
• Translate process design into structured engineering deliverables: layout, mechanical, BOM, and compliance
• Set and enforce design standards, release workflows, and BOM coordination mechanisms
• Interface with project, procurement, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless hand-off
• Oversee simulation, virtual validation, and engineering analysis (e.g., FEA or DFM reviews)
• Lead technical troubleshooting and support root cause analysis in manufacturing or site issues
• Mentor the team, conduct performance reviews, and define training/upskilling programs
• Support commercial teams with inputs for proposals, compliance statements, and client submissions
• Spearhead R&D and NPD initiatives to support CRA’s product innovation goals

• 10+ years in mechanical design and engineering, ideally in custom or process-based equipment
• Proven team leadership experience; ability to build and manage multidisciplinary design functions
• Deep understanding of fabrication, standards, and plant/mechanical systems
• Experience with design tools: AutoCAD, Plant 3D, SolidWorks/Inventor, and FEA platforms
• Strong coordination ability across functions (project, production, procurement, quality, clients)
• Exposure to simulation/virtual validation and standards like ASME, ISO, EN 13480, etc.

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous leave policy
• Comprehensive group medical insurance 
• Professional development opportunities and a dedicated training budget
• Regular performance reviews with clear advancement criteria
• Exposure to industry leaders and cutting-edge projects
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects in critical sectors
• Recognition programs for exceptional contributions
• Team events and activities to foster a strong company culture