MANDAR GHANEKAR
Hyderabad,TG
Summary
Dynamic Senior Mechanical Engineering Leader with over 20 years of extensive experience in HVAC design, engineering management, and project delivery across diverse sectors including industrial, pharmaceutical, FMCG, data centers, oil and gas, and advanced technology facilities. Currently serving as Department Manager – Mechanical at Delicatessen Engineering Services India Ltd. (Exyte Group), skilled in leading high-performing engineering teams and delivering complex projects while ensuring accountability for quality, schedule, and cost management. Certified in Leadership Essentials from the Indian School of Business (ISB), emphasizing strategic leadership, decision-making, and organizational effectiveness. Proven ability to establish engineering standards, drive multi-project execution, manage client relationships, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve exceptional results.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Department Manager – Mechanical
Delicatessen Engineering Services India Ltd. (Exyte Group)
02.2025 - Current
- Leading Mechanical Department covering HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection engineering
- Managing multiple projects across Pharma, Data Centers, and Advanced Technology Facilities (Battery, Semiconductor)
- Establishing discipline-specific engineering standards, procedures, and best practices
- Driving Project Engineering Execution Plans (EEP) and ensuring adherence across teams
- Overseeing project planning, estimation, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Ensuring high-quality deliverables through structured design verification processes
- Acting as primary technical interface with clients and resolving complex engineering issues
- Conducting technical training and mentoring programs to enhance team capability
Deputy General Manager (HVAC)
Reliance Industries Limited
05.2022 - 01.2025
- Delivered engineering solutions for Battery Manufacturing Plants and petrochemical facilities
- Managed conceptual to detailed design in line with international standards
- Coordinated with EPC teams, consultants, and vendors for project execution
- Delivered energy-efficient and sustainable HVAC solutions
Deputy Manager – Mechanical (HVAC)
Worley India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Delivered HVAC design engineering for data centers and global energy projects
- Managed client interactions and technical coordination across international stakeholders
- Contributed to FEED and Detailed Engineering phases
Manager – HVAC
Spectrum Pharmatech Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Led HVAC engineering for pharmaceutical and warehouse facilities
- Managed project delivery, design coordination, and client communication
Principal HVAC Design Engineer & Head of Department
Arnita Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
04.2017 - 02.2019
- Headed HVAC department and led engineering delivery for pharma projects
- Standardized design processes and improved team performance
- Managed client coordination and project execution
Principal Design Engineer (MEG)
Jacobs Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2014 - 03.2017
- Delivered FEED and Detailed Engineering for global FMCG and industrial projects
- Worked on Unilever projects across India, Philippines, USA, and South Africa
- Led HVAC engineering for RJIL Data Centers
Senior Engineer – Mechanical (Package Department)
Toyo Engineering India Ltd. (TEIL)
02.2014 - 12.2014
- Handled mechanical package engineering for industrial projects
- Delivered engineering for BASF Catalyst and GSPC LNG projects
Senior Design Engineer (MEG Department)
Jacobs Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2011 - 02.2014
- Delivered HVAC engineering for global FMCG projects
- Contributed to core design development and global RFPs
Senior Design & Planning Engineer
Apex Engineering Services, Dombivli
08.2006 - 07.2011
- Designed HVAC systems for pharmaceutical and industrial projects across India and international locations
- Managed planning, design, and coordination activities
Design Engineer
Transparent Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd., Pune
08.2005 - 08.2006
- Worked on energy-efficient system design and engineering
Trainee Design Engineer
Apex Engineering Services, Dombivli
07.2002 - 06.2003
- Initiated career in HVAC design and engineering
Education
M.Tech - Energy Systems Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay
Mumbai, India07.2005
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Mumbai University
Mumbai, India07.2002
Skills
- Engineering Department Leadership
- Multi-Project Execution & Delivery Management
- Project Planning, Scheduling & Resource Management
- Client Engagement & Stakeholder Management
- Interdisciplinary Coordination (MEP, Process, Civil, Architecture)
- Engineering Design Review & Quality Assurance
- Risk Management & Cost Optimization
- Tendering, Estimation & Techno-Commercial Strategy
- HVAC Systems: Chilled Water, VRF, Precision Cooling, Ventilation
- Exposure to Plumbing & Fire Protection System Design and Coordination
- Engineering Phases: Conceptual, FEED, Detailed Engineering
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Strategies and goals
- Customer engagement
PERSONAL DETAILS
Languages Known: English, Hindi, Marathi
Certification
- Certificate in Leadership Essentials Indian School of Business (ISB) Dec 2024 – Mar 2025
- Certified Energy Auditor Bureau of Energy Efficiency – 2006
LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Led Mechanical engineering teams across global projects
- Delivered multiple projects simultaneously with strong quality and schedule adherence
- Built strong client relationships and acted as key technical leader
- Established structured engineering processes and quality frameworks
- Mentored and developed high-performing engineering teams
Timeline
Department Manager – Mechanical
Delicatessen Engineering Services India Ltd. (Exyte Group)
02.2025 - Current
Deputy General Manager (HVAC)
Reliance Industries Limited
05.2022 - 01.2025
Deputy Manager – Mechanical (HVAC)
Worley India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2019 - 04.2022
Manager – HVAC
Spectrum Pharmatech Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 10.2019
Principal HVAC Design Engineer & Head of Department
Arnita Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
04.2017 - 02.2019
Principal Design Engineer (MEG)
Jacobs Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2014 - 03.2017
Senior Engineer – Mechanical (Package Department)
Toyo Engineering India Ltd. (TEIL)
02.2014 - 12.2014
Senior Design Engineer (MEG Department)
Jacobs Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2011 - 02.2014
Senior Design & Planning Engineer
Apex Engineering Services, Dombivli
08.2006 - 07.2011
Design Engineer
Transparent Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd., Pune
08.2005 - 08.2006
Trainee Design Engineer
Apex Engineering Services, Dombivli
07.2002 - 06.2003
M.Tech - Energy Systems Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Mumbai University