Assistant Product Manager
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About the Role
Seeking an Assistant Product Manager for Airside to design and develop AHUs and FCUs. Requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years in HVAC product development. Responsibilities include product design, prototyping, testing, value engineering, and cross-functional collaboration.
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Responsibilities
- Product design and development of Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
- Design analyses and simulations to evaluate performance, thermal, mechanical, and airflow efficiency
- Development and testing of prototype units
- Technical documentation including product catalogue, user manuals, assembly instructions, and product technical data
- Value engineering and continuous improvement for design optimizations, energy efficiency, cost analysis, and manufacturability
- Cross functional collaboration with manufacturing, procurement, quality assurance, sales, and marketing teams
- Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor products, and customer needs
- Product certification according to regional and international standards
- Material management and component specifications
- BOQ analysis and cost optimization
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
- Minimum 7 years of experience in product development within the HVAC equipment industry, particularly with AHUs and FCUs
- Strong background in mechanical engineering with expertise in designing HVAC related systems
- Knowledge of HVAC system components: fans, coils, ducting, filters, and controls
- Ability to select and integrate HVAC components to optimize energy efficiency, airflow, temperature regulation, and noise levels
- Expertise in selecting materials for HVAC system components
Full Job Posting
Job Title Asst. Product Manager Airside
- Department Engineering and RnD
- Section Airside
- Main Scope: Design and development of AHUs and FCUs, conceptual design studies, Design and evaluate components of AHUs and FCUs, Prototyping & Testing, Product Optimization & Value Engineering, Cross Functional Collaboration, Product Documentation & Compliance, Market Analysis, product development l
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, with minimum 7 years of experience in product development within the HVAC equipment industry, particularly with AHUs and FCUs
Knowledge
- HVAC systems (specifically Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Fan Coil Units (FCUs)) and their components such as fans, heat exchangers, filters, ducts, and coils
- Product testing and prototype development
- Strong understanding of HVAC performance criteria, energy efficiency standards, and regulatory compliance.
Skills & Experience
- Strong background in mechanical engineering with expertise in designing HVAC related systems, particularly air handling units and fan coil units
- Knowledge of HVAC system components, including, fans, coils, ducting, filters, and controls
- Ability to select and integrate HVAC components to optimize energy efficiency, airflow, temperature regulation, and noise levels
- Expertise in selecting materials for HVAC system components, considering factors such as durability, thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and cost effectiveness
- Experience working with materials commonly used in HVAC systems, such as galvanized steel, aluminum, copper, and stainless steel
Duties, Responsibilities & Authorities
- Product Design and Development of Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
- Design analyses and simulations to evaluate performance, thermal, mechanical, and airflow efficiency, ensuring the product meets the required performance specifications.
- Development and testing of prototype units, with results from performance and regulatory compliance tests.
- Technical documentation, including product catalogue, user manuals, assembly instructions, product technical data and operational guidelines.
- Value Engineering and Continuous Improvement for design optimizations, energy efficiency, Cost Analysis, and manufacturability
- Cross Functional Collaboration with the manufacturing team, procurement teams, quality assurance, sales and marketing team.
- Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor products, and customer needs, ensuring designs meet market demands and remain competitive
- Product certification according to regional and international standards
- Software development
- Material management and component specifications
- BOQ Analysis and cost optimization
QHSE & Excellence Standards
- Strictly adhere to established Quality (ISO 9001), Health and Safety (ISO 45001), Environment (ISO 14001) standards, policies, and procedures.
- Work towards the accomplishment of departmental objectives and relevant KPIs.
- Collaborate with suppliers and contractors to ensure they also comply with QHSE standards and requirements.
- Recognize the impact of manufacturing processes on product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Follow all guidelines to ensure the safety and well being of yourself and your colleagues.
- Familiarize yourself with emergency procedures and evacuation routes.
- Report immediately any incident/Accident, potential hazards or unsafe conditions promptly.
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