Head of Engineering

Job DescriptionAt client, 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. Industry leaders, including BrahMos Aerospace, ONGC, OIL, Indian Air Force, and Schlumberger, trust our solutions. 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 a highly experienced Head of Engineering to lead, systemize, and elevate CRA's entire engineering function. This role will oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams - Mechanical, Electrical, and Process Engineering, - with a strong foundation in mechanical design. The ideal leader will drive standardisation, ensure engineering discipline, streamline cross-functional workflows, and build scalable engineering systems that support CRA's product, project, and manufacturing goals. Responsibilities: Lead the entire Engineering Department (Design, Mechanical, Process, Electrical, Engineering Teams). Set the engineering vision, roadmap, and best practices in alignment with CRA's business and technology goals. Build and maintain a high-performance, multidisciplinary engineering structure with clear roles, responsibilities, and growth paths. Drive standardisation across all engineering processes, templates, workflows, and technical documentation. Own and elevate CRA's mechanical design and engineering output—ensuring all deliverables are on time, cost-aligned, production-ready, and compliant. Work closely with project management, procurement, production, and quality teams to ensure smooth hand-off and execution. Translate process design into structured engineering deliverables: layout, mechanical, BOM, and compliance Set and enforce design standards, release workflows, and BOM coordination mechanisms 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. Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles to ensure designs are optimised for fabrication, assembly, cost efficiency, and manufacturability. Work closely with the Production, Operations, and Fabrication teams to ensure engineering plans are practical, scalable, and aligned with production capabilities. Conduct pre-production design reviews, manufacturability assessments, and joint engineering–production validations to eliminate rework and ensure seamless execution. Requirements10+ years in mechanical design and cross-functional engineering roles, ideally in custom or process-based equipment Proven team leadership experience; ability to build and manage multidisciplinary engineering team 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. BenefitsCompetitive 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