Team Leader / Design Head

Role & responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of design engineers and drafters involved in pressure vessel and process equipment design.
• Design pressure vessels, heat exchangers, reactors, separators, storage tanks, process piping and skid-mounted process equipment.
• Perform mechanical design calculations in accordance with ASME Section VIII Div. 1 & 2, TEMA, API 650, API 620, EN 13445, and other applicable codes.
• Review GA drawings, fabrication drawings, nozzle load calculations, support designs, and fabrication details.
• Conduct design verification, stress analysis, and finite element analysis (FEA) where required.
• Coordinate with process, piping, instrumentation, electrical, procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review customer specifications and ensure design compliance with project requirements.
• Support fabrication activities by resolving technical queries and approving engineering changes.
• Participate in client meetings, technical discussions, and design reviews.
• Develop and improve engineering standards, design procedures, and quality documentation.
• Ensure timely delivery of engineering documents while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master's degree is an advantage).
• 8-10 years of experience in pressure vessel and static equipment design.
• Minimum 24 years in a leadership or team management role.
• Strong knowledge of:
• ASME Section VIII Div.1 & Div.2
• TEMA Standards
• API 650, API 620
• EN 13445+PED
• ASME B31.3 (preferred)
• Hands-on experience with pressure vessel design software such as PV Elite, Compress, Codeware, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar 3D CAD software.
• Familiarity with FEA software such as ANSYS is desirable.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes, welding, NDT, material selection, and manufacturing practices.
• Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience working with EPC companies, OEMs, or process equipment manufacturers is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Team leadership and mentoring.
• Technical decision-making and problem-solving.
• Project planning and resource management.
• Client interaction and technical presentations.
• Knowledge of quality systems and engineering documentation.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health insurance and employee benefits.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Collaborative and innovative work environment