FAN R&D

Role & responsibilities :

Key Responsibilities

1. New Product Development (NPD)

• Develop new fan models from concept to mass production readiness.
• Design and validate ceiling fans, BLDC fans, table fans, pedestal fans, wall fans, and exhaust fans.
• Prepare product specifications and technical documentation.
• Conduct benchmarking of competitor products.
• Coordinate prototype development and pilot production.

2. Fan Aerodynamics & Performance

• Design and optimize fan blades for improved air delivery.
• Drive noise and vibration reduction initiatives.
• Conduct CFD analysis and improve airflow performance.
• Enhance energy efficiency and support improvement in BEE star ratings.

3. Testing & Validation

• Conduct performance testing as per applicable IS/BIS standards.
• Manage reliability, endurance, temperature-rise, and life-cycle testing.
• Perform root-cause analysis of field failures and implement corrective actions.
• Support compliance testing and product certification.

4. Cost Optimization & Value Engineering

• Identify cost-reduction opportunities through design modifications.
• Evaluate and qualify alternate components.
• Optimize materials without compromising product quality or performance.
• Drive vendor localization initiatives.

5. Vendor Development

• Work closely with motor, capacitor, controller, and blade suppliers.
• Develop tooling and prototype vendors.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, and quality systems.
• Collaborate with vendors for product development and improvement.

6. Market & Competitor Benchmarking

• Study and benchmark competitor products.
• Benchmark airflow, wattage, noise, aesthetics, features, and overall performance.
• Recommend product improvements based on market trends and customer requirements.

Expected Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of fan aerodynamics and airflow performance.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, or CATIA.
• Knowledge of DFMEA / PFMEA.
• Strong root-cause analysis skills using 8D, Fishbone, 5 Why, etc.
• Good understanding of BIS standards for fans, including IS 374 and IS 302 series.
• Experience in product testing, validation, and certification.
• Knowledge of BLDC/PMSM motors, controllers, capacitors, and fan components would be an advantage.

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering / Mechatronics / Electrical Engineering from a reputed institute.
• M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Design, Thermal Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline would be an added advantage.

Preferred candidate profile :

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical , Electrical , Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering .
• 2-5 years of experience in fan/appliance R&D preferred .