Project Engineer

Xakal; Chennai; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Xakal in Chennai is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to handle execution of water and wastewater treatment projects. You will coordinate with clients, PMC, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely completion and quality delivery.

The role requires reading P&IDs, GA drawings and equipment specifications, supervising E&M installation, progress tracking, and accurate documentation. Willingness to travel to project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Execute STP, ETP, WTP, RO and other water treatment projects.

Skills

Water treatment project execution

Reading P&IDs and GA drawings

Site coordination

Subcontractor management

MS Excel & project documentation

Communication & reporting

Willingness to travel

Education

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech – Mechanical / Civil / Electrical

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Project Engineer to join our Projects team and handle the execution of water & Wastewater Treatment Projects.

Qualification:

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech – Mechanical / Civil / Electrical

Job Summary:

The Project Engineer will be responsible for coordinating and executing water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring timely completion, quality execution, and effective coordination with clients, PMC, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute STP, ETP, WTP, RO, and other water treatment projects.
• Manage mechanical, piping, electrical, and equipment installation activities.
• Coordinate with clients, PMC, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor manpower, materials, and daily project progress.
• Ensure project execution as per drawings, BOQ, specifications, and schedules.
• Support testing, trial runs, commissioning, and project handover.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports and maintain project documentation.
• Handle measurement, billing, and material reconciliation.
• Ensure quality, safety, and timely completion of project activities.

Required Skills:

• Experience in water and wastewater treatment project execution.
• Good knowledge of E&M installation and commissioning.
• Ability to read P&IDs, GA drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Strong site coordination and subcontractor management skills.
• Good communication, reporting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic knowledge of MS Excel and project documentation.
• Willingness to travel and work at project sites.

Preferred Industry Experience:

STP | ETP | WTP | RO | UF | Pumping Stations | Water Treatment E&M Projects.