Senior Engineer- Aluminum Smelter Projects

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated; Chennai District; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 16,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm seeks a Senior Engineer with extensive experience in Aluminum Smelter projects. The role involves leading engineering activities, coordinating technical work, and ensuring project timelines are met. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering, a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, and strong organizational skills. The position is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, and supports the execution of global projects. Excellent communication skills in English are essential.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Culture enhancement programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant work experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience in startup, field engineering, or plant operation in large industrial plants.
• Basic proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities in mechanical discipline on projects.
• Coordinate day-to-day technical work of discipline engineers.
• Review and approve key engineering drawings and calculations.
• Monitor progress and report on project deliverables.

Skills

Detailed engineering experience in Aluminum Smelter projects

Strong organizational and teamwork skills

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to innovate designs

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

2-D and 3-D computer aided design tools

Job description

Requisition ID:291019

• Relocation Authorized:National - Family
• Telework Type:Full-Time Office/Project

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Senior Engineer reporting to Engineering Group Supervisor has design and detail engineering experience in Aluminum Smelter projects. The candidate will be responsible for leading engineering activities in mechanical discipline on a project, or designated portions of a project, for a global business unit. Plans and perform engineering assignments on the project.

This position is for a Senior Engineers-Aluminium Smelter having experience in detail engineering of large modern smelters with technological experience in Reduction Plant, Carbon Plant, Cast House, Port and Smelter Infrastructure for aluminium smelter projects. The candidate shall lead a team of engineers and designers and is responsible for providing technical support to the Project Engineering Manager/Project Engineer. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem‑solving abilities, can‑do attitude, and the desire to innovate designs. Candidate should have detail design experience with exposure for plant construction, start‑up and operations.

Major Responsibilities:

• Plans, develop, coordinates and reviews engineering work within a discipline on projects of medium size and complexity or assignments in support of a global business unit.
• Coordinates and monitors day‑to‑day technical work of discipline engineers, designers and drafters.
• Executes process deliverables according to a set engineering design criterion utilizing approved engineering departmental procedures (EDP), codes and standards, Bechtel design guides, appropriate Bechtel Standard Application Program (BSAPs) and administrative practices.
• Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to Project Manager/Project Engineer in consultation with specialists.
• Reviews and approves key engineering drawings, calculations, bid summaries and field change notices.
• Estimates staffing needs and schedules and assigns work to meet schedule dates.
• Conduct performance reviews in accordance with approved procedures and hold career development discussions.
• Coordinates assigned engineering work to other project groups.
• Develop / assist in documentation for progress reporting, tracking mechanism for team deliverables.
• Coordinates with client representatives as delegated to obtain their approval on phases of work.
• Implement / Capture Lesson Learnt. Active pursuit of Value Engineering, design and cost optimization program.
• Ensures that direct reports receive appropriate on‑the‑job training for their professional development.
• Interaction with Global office / Home office (abroad), execute work on workshare mode.
• Participates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university and 10+ years of relevant work experience
• The Mechanical Engineer will work as part of Global Bechtel team and should have basic flair for working with personnel of different nationalities. Should have a good proficiency for spoken and written English language.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Candidate should have worked for execution of Basic/Conceptual Engineering, PFS/FS, EPCM, EPC modes of execution for Indian and International Aluminum Smelter projects. Experience in startup, field engineering or plant operation in large industrial plants, utilities or process plants is desirable. Knowledge of systems engineering, calculations, applications, construction methods and materials. Good working knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and design criteria in the specialty.
• Knowledge of Aluminum Smelter Process Licenser specific design requirements, Auxiliary facilities, integrating OSBL and construction features.
• Good knowledge of 2-D and 3-D computer aided design tools.
• Knowledge of engineering work planning and control methods.
• Knowledge and understanding of technical and cost issues related to selection of design features within the discipline.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Provide design suggestions/value additions based on analysis results and engineering judgment to improve product design.
• Able to handle multiple projects.

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