Assistant Manager, CAE

About the role

The Assistant Manager (CAE) role at Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Limited's Corporate R&D division in Pune, India, leads end-to-end CAE activities for reciprocating, centrifugal, and screw compressors. Day-to-day work includes performing static and dynamic structural analyses, CFD simulations, pulsation and vibration studies, design optimization, technical reporting, and root cause investigations, while collaborating with R&D, testing, and manufacturing teams. The position is onsite.

What you’ll do

• Perform static structural analysis for key compressor components using ANSYS or Altair
• Conduct dynamic analysis including rotor-dynamics, modal, harmonic, and time-transient studies
• Carry out pulsation and mechanical vibration analysis per API 618/API 672/ISO standards
• Perform CFD simulations for compressors and associated piping using ANSYS Fluent or CFX
• Support optimization of compressor component design by correlating simulation with test and field data
• Prepare and review CAE reports and technical documentation for internal teams, customers, and certifying agencies
• Contribute to root cause analysis and failure investigations using simulation and multi-physics approaches
• Drive innovation in simulation workflows, automation, and adoption of advanced CAE technologies including AI/ML-assisted simulations

What you’ll bring

• Strong expertise in CAE tools such as ANSYS (Mechanical, Fluent, CFX), Abaqus, HyperMesh, or COMSOL
• Solid understanding of structural mechanics, rotor dynamics, vibration, acoustics, and fluid dynamics
• Hands-on experience in pulsation analysis and compressor piping design per API standards
• Proficiency in CFD meshing, solver setup, and post-processing for rotating machinery
• Knowledge of design codes and standards such as ASME, API, ISO
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, manufacturing processes, and material properties
• Experience with scripting or automation using Python, MATLAB, or APDL is desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Nice to have

• 1.00 to 5.00 years of experience
• Onsite employment in Pune, India
• Reporting to Mahesh Mane and reviewed by Suraj Abdan
• Adherence to KPCL IMS, QMS, EMS, OHSAS policies and 5S/Kaizen practices
• Access to KPCL drawings, design database, and Indian & International Standards
• Continuous review of design practices and suggestions for improvements
• Rescheduling of workload depending on resource availability
• Self-driven, collaborative, and proactive approach with commitment to quality and timelines

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