Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Reliance Industries Limited; Vadodara; On-site; INR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading petrochemical company is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for its Vadodara facility. The role is pivotal in ensuring mechanical reliability and uptime through preventive and predictive maintenance practices. Candidates should have a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience and expertise in maintaining mechanical systems in an industrial environment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure effective operations while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical systems in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on mechanical assets.
• Identify and resolve mechanical failures quickly.
• Conduct root cause analysis on mechanical breakdowns.
• Document maintenance activities and service records.
• Collaborate with operations and safety teams.
• Support shutdown and turnaround activities.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Assist in the development of maintenance practices.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Predictive maintenance techniques

Troubleshooting skills

Root cause analysis

Technical documentation

Safety protocols in petrochemical plants

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Company Overview

Reliance Industries Limited, a Fortune 500 company and India's largest private sector corporation, leads globally in petrochemicals, refining, and hydrocarbons. Our philosophy centers on innovation, exponential growth, and positively impacting lives, making us a leader in the oil and gas sector. Visit our website for more information.

Job Overview

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will play a key role in ensuring mechanical reliability and plant uptime at our Vadodara facility. This full‑time, junior‑level position is suited to candidates with a minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in mechanical maintenance. The role involves hands‑on mechanical engineering in an industrial environment with a focus on preventive and predictive maintenance within the oil and gas or petrochemical industry.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience with preventive maintenance of mechanical systems is critical for ensuring uninterrupted plant operations (Mandatory skill).
• Hands‑on expertise in predictive maintenance techniques for early detection and avoidance of equipment failures (Mandatory skill).
• Ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize a wide range of mechanical systems used in large plants (Mandatory skill).
• Practical knowledge of root cause analysis to systematically investigate and resolve recurring equipment issues and failures.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to quickly diagnose issues and carry out corrective actions, reducing downtime and risk.
• Experience preparing and maintaining technical documentation related to maintenance procedures, manuals, and records.
• Understanding of safety and operational protocols specific to petrochemical plants and the oil and gas industry.
• Proactive approach to teamwork and communication, collaborating with multi‑disciplinary teams to ensure objectives are met efficiently.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on a variety of mechanical assets, including pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and pipelines.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical failures quickly to maximize asset availability and reduce unscheduled downtime.
• Conduct root cause analysis on mechanical breakdowns and develop actionable solutions to prevent recurrences.
• Document all maintenance activities, including service records, maintenance schedules, and failure analysis reports.
• Collaborate with operations, process, and safety teams to ensure smooth, incident‑free plant operations.
• Support shutdown and turnaround activities by planning, executing, and recording all necessary maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to company health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards and promote a culture of safety at all times.
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of maintenance practices, procedures, and standards.