The Manager – Exhaust Energy Recovery Projects leads the planning, development, and execution of exhaust energy recovery systems (EERS) aimed at improving powertrain efficiency and reducing emissions in automotive applications. This role manages multidisciplinary engineering teams to design, integrate, and validate technologies such as turbo-compounding, waste heat recovery, and electric turbochargers. The manager collaborates closely with powertrain, thermal, and controls teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet performance, regulatory, and cost targets.
Lead and manage engineering projects focused on exhaust energy recovery technologies from concept through production launch.
Oversee a cross-functional team including mechanical, thermal, controls, and systems engineers.
Define project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure on-time delivery.
Drive design and development of systems such as turbo-compounding, organic Rankine cycle (ORC), thermoelectric generators, and electrified turbochargers.
Coordinate integration of exhaust energy recovery solutions with engine, transmission, and vehicle systems.
Ensure robust performance and durability through simulation, prototyping, and validation testing.
Work closely with powertrain calibration, emissions, and control systems teams to optimize system operation.
Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing to develop components, assembly processes, and quality controls.
Support compliance with regulatory standards and corporate sustainability goals.
Identify emerging technologies and lead innovation initiatives to enhance energy recovery efficiency and system cost-effectiveness.
Implement best practices and lessons learned across projects to improve development cycle and product quality.
Exhaust energy recovery system design and integration
Turbo-compounding, waste heat recovery, and electric boosting technologies
Cross-disciplinary project and team management
Simulation, prototyping, and validation of energy recovery solutions
Supplier collaboration and manufacturing interface
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Aerospace Engineering required
Master’s degree preferred
8+ years in automotive powertrain engineering, with a focus on energy recovery or thermal systems
3+ years in project or engineering management roles
Experience with turbo-compounding, ORC, or electrified boosting systems is highly desirable
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
Familiarity with turbocharger and exhaust system design and integration
Experience with CAE tools (CFD, GT-Power, MATLAB/Simulink) and testing methodologies
Proven project management and team leadership capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strategic thinking with a drive for innovation and continuous improvement