Assistant Manager - Technical Projects (Water treatment plants)

Gradiant; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant is seeking an Assistant Manager - Technical Projects to lead engineering efforts for water treatment plants in Chennai. You will oversee design execution, mentor engineers and ensure projects meet quality, budget and schedule under the Head of Engineering.

Candidates should have 5–8 years in water or process industries, strong AutoCAD/3D skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams across global projects. Travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
• Ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D modeling tools.
• Experience in water/process industry projects.

Responsibilities

• Engineering and design execution for water and wastewater treatment projects globally.
• Lead project engineering activities under Head of Engineering guidance.
• Mentor engineering staff and share knowledge across sessions.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet schedule and budget.
• Support procedures to improve quality, efficiency and repeatability.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental)

Tools

AutoCAD

3D models

MS Office

Job description

Assistant Manager - Technical Projects (Water treatment plants)

Gradiant India Private Limited Chennai, India

Posting Start Date: 9/29/26

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Function: Engineering

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide.

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RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Engineering and design execution for water and wastewater treatment projects globally.
• Working as a Project Engineering Manager in the engineering department, the incumbent shall primarily work directly on performing engineering functions related to the project business under the direction of the Head of Engineering.
• Assist in the growth and development of engineering talent within the Engineering team by providing guidance to other engineering staff and contributing to regular, frequent knowledge sharing sessions.
• Ensure that engineering is completed accurately within schedule and budge
• Support the head of engineering in establishing, maintaining and applying procedures and protocols that will enhance the quality, efficiency and repeatability of engineering activities throughout the department
• Carry out value engineering assessments of all projects under the incumbent's control. Conduct technical analyses and feasibility studies and provide expert advice on process optimization and technology selection.
• Receive the basic process design from the proposals / sales team.
• Prepare / develop / supervise P&IDs, basic Engineering / design, detailed Engineering / design based on customer requirements
• Confirm compliance with customer specifications for equipment and material types.
• Prepare / supervise equipment/piping sizing calculation, equipment datasheets (valve lists/datasheet, equipment list/datasheets, piping schedule etc.), control descriptions/ valve sequence charts and operating manuals
• Carry out technical review of quotations for compliance with requirements
• Review fabrication drawings from external fabricators to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Collaborate with PMs, QA/QC, skid Fabricators and Construction Manager
• Oversee preparation of general arrangement drawings, piping detail drawings, skid arrangement drawings, Module arrangement drawings etc.
• Liaise with clients and customers on technical aspects, making justifications as necessary for design direction Participate in internal and external design reviews
• Coordinate / interface with various discipline
• Support during commissioning for the assigned projects and Manage Warranty Claims technical perspective.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental)
• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in water or Process industry.
• Effectively manage cross-functional engineering teams
• Proficiency in computer skills like MS Office software, AutoCAD, 3D models.
• Detail design of complex/ skid-based /module-based treatment / stick built systems/plants.
• Familiar with API, ASME, AWS, NACE and AWWA codes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to travel as required for project needs.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment and in an international business.
• Familiarity with various water treatment methods, technologies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of the design and engineering principles specific to water treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework related to water treatment, environmental standards,
• Travel requirements : 10%

Gradiant is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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