Engineer - Mechanical Static

Gradiant; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant is seeking a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead tank and pressure vessel design for water treatment plants in India. The role requires a strong EPC background and international project exposure.

The candidate should have 10+ years in mechanical engineering, familiarity with ANSI/ASME/API standards, and proficiency in PVElite. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 10+ years in mechanical engineering with water/wastewater experience.
• Familiar with ANSI, ASME, API standards and design software like PVElite.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of tanks and pressure vessels for WTP/ETP/STP/WWTP/desalination plants.
• Prepare and review design calculations and drawings.
• Prepare technical specifications and coordinate with vendors for fabrication and procurement.
• Interface with Process, Civil/Structural, Piping, Instrumentation Engineers for integrated engineering work.
• Plan and execute projects with PM to meet time and budget targets.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and quality control procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

PVElite

Job description

Engineer - Mechanical Static Gradiant India Private Limited Chennai, India 8/5/26 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 gradiant.com.

Role Overview

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 Tank and Pressure Vessel design of WTP / ETP / STP / WWTP / Desal treatment plants
• Ensure seamless integration of these components into the overall treatment system.
• Prepare / review design calculations and drawings.
• Equipment Specification and Procurement / RFQ: Prepare technical specifications and work with vendors to fabricate the required tanks and pressure vessels. Evaluate equipment proposals and make recommendations based on technical and budgetary considerations.
• Confirm compliance with customer specifications
• Prepare / review Tank and pressure vessel datasheet.
• Develop tank / Vessel internal datasheet and drawings.
• Review and approve fabrication 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, simulations, and modeling 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. and design software like PVElite, 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.

DISCLAIMER

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

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

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.