Engineer - Mechanical, Rotating and Package Design

Gradiant; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant India Private Limited in Coimbatore seeks a senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design of water and wastewater treatment systems. The role requires extensive EPC experience and international project exposure, with strong vendor coordination and budgeting capabilities.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in mechanical engineering, 10+ years in relevant fields, and familiarity with ANSI/ASME/API standards. Collaborative, multi-disciplinary teamwork is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in water/wastewater systems.
• Experience in EPC environments and international projects.
• Familiar with ANSI, ASME, API standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of WTP/ETP/STP/WWTP/desal plants and size equipment.
• Prepare technical specifications and coordinate with vendors for procurement.
• Review drawings and documents from vendors for compliance and feasibility.
• Interface with Process, Civil/Structural, Piping, and Instrumentation engineers for complete design.
• Collaborate with the technical project manager to meet schedule and budget.
• Perform engineering calculations to assess performance and reliability of mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with codes and best practices; perform quality control reviews.
• Assist in cost estimation and budget management for mechanical components.

Skills

Mechanical design

Vendor liaison

Project coordination

Calculations

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Engineer - Mechanical, Rotating and Package Design Gradiant India Private Limited Coimbatore, India 8/25/26 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.

Discover us at www.gradiant.com.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Global Engineering Center team to execute International and Local projects in India. The ideal candidate will have 10 years of relevant experience, with a preference for those who have worked in an EPC environment, international project experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of WTP / ETP / STP / WWTP / Desal treatment plants, including the selection and sizing of equipment such as pumps, compressors, Blowers, heat exchangers, dewatering devices, and other mechanical components excluding tanks and pressure vessels.
• Ensure seamless integration of these components into the overall treatment system.
• Equipment Specification and Procurement / RFQ: Prepare technical specifications for mechanical equipment and work with vendors to procure the required components. Evaluate equipment proposals and make recommendations based on technical and budgetary considerations.
• Confirm compliance with customer specifications for equipment and material types;
• Prepare equipment List, equipment datasheets, valve lists, Component datasheet etc.)
• Review and approve drawings and documents from Vendors.
• Interface with Process, Civil / Structural, Piping, Instrumentation Engineers for complete engineering work.
• Collaborate with Technical project manager to plan and execute projects on time and on budgeted manhours.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and progress assessments to ensure project objectives are met.
• Perform engineering calculations to assess the performance and reliability of mechanical systems. Address technical challenges and propose solutions to optimize system performance.
• Quality Control and Compliance: Ensure that all mechanical designs and installations comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices. Conduct quality control reviews to verify design integrity and safety.
• Cost Estimation and Budget Management: Collaborate with the project team to prepare cost estimates for mechanical components and equipment. Identify cost-saving opportunities where applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years in mechanical engineering with expertise in water and/or wastewater treatment systems.
• Familiar with industrial standards like ANSI, ASME, API, etc.
• Strong understanding of various mechanical components and equipment used in water and/or wastewater treatment systems.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

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

DISCLAIMER:

Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.