Commissioning specialist

Veolia; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia seeks an experienced commissioning engineer to lead start-up and performance testing of water treatment systems (ETP, STP, WTP, ZLD) at client sites in India. You will review plans, configure equipment, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires 5–8 years in commissioning, hands-on startup, troubleshooting, and strong knowledge of PLC/SCADA, instrumentation, and water treatment processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or related field).
• 5–8 years of experience in commissioning water treatment systems (ETP, STP, WTP, ZLD).
• Hands-on experience in plant start-up, troubleshooting, and performance testing.
• Strong knowledge of water treatment technologies (physical, chemical, biological).
• Familiarity with equipment (pumps, valves, filtration systems, membranes).
• Proficiency in instrumentation, control systems (PLC/SCADA), and electrical systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and work in outdoor/industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, drawings, and P&IDs to understand design specifications.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and quality teams to ensure alignment with project scope.
• Perform start-up and commissioning activities on water treatment plants (ETP, STP, WTP, ZLD).
• Set up and configure equipment such as pumps, blowers, filters, membranes, and dosing systems.
• Oversee start-up, energization, water circulation, chemical dosing, and process stabilization.

Skills

Water treatment knowledge

PLC/SCADA

Instrumentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Pumps & valves

Filtration systems

Job description

Company Description

About Veolia
Veolia group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. In 2022, with nearly 220,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions that are both useful and practical for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary business activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve available resources, and replenish them. In 2021, the Veolia group supplied 79 million people with drinking water and 61 million people with wastewater service, produced nearly 48 million megawatt hours of energy and treated 48 million metric tons of waste.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-commissioning activities: Review project plans, drawings, and P&IDs to understand design specifications.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and quality teams to ensure installations align with project scope and requirements.
• Perform system checks, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems.

Commissioning activities:

• Conduct site assessments and prepare for the commissioning of various water treatment plants (ETP, STP, WTP, ZLD).
• Set up and configure equipment such as pumps, blowers, filters, membranes, and chemical dosing systems.
• Oversee the start-up process, including initial energization, water circulation, chemical dosing, and process stabilisation.
• Perform equipment calibration and verify proper functioning of control systems (PLC/SCADA).

Testing and troubleshooting:

• Monitor system performance during commissioning to ensure optimal operational parameters are achieved.
• Conduct performance tests such as flow rates, pressure, chemical dosing, and water quality analysis.
• Troubleshoot and rectify any system issues or malfunctions that arise during commissioning.

Handover and documentation:

• Prepare commissioning reports, test results, and operation manuals.
• Provide training to the client's operational team on system operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ensure the smooth handover of the system to the client after successful commissioning.

Compliance and safety:

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and local environmental regulations.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols during the commissioning process.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Or Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• 5-8 years of experience in the commissioning of water treatment systems (ETP, STP, WTP, ZLD).
• Hands-on experience in plant start-up, troubleshooting, and performance testing.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of water treatment technologies, including physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes.
• Familiarity with relevant equipment (pumps, valves, filtration systems, membranes).
• Proficiency in instrumentation, control systems (PLC/SCADA), and electrical systems.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Additional Information:

• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Ability to work in both outdoor and industrial environments.
• Knowledge of local and international water treatment regulations is a plus.

Additional Information

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.