Senior Executive - Technical Services

Deepak Nitrite; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Deepak Nitrite at the Nandesari site seeks a Senior Executive – Technical Services to drive operational excellence by executing new product commissions, process improvements, plant expansions, and debottlenecking initiatives. This role bridges technology, production, and engineering to optimize plant capacity and efficiency.

The candidate should hold a BE/BTech in Chemical Engineering with 3–7 years in technical services or process engineering, with proficiency in Aspen Plus, HYSYS, and AutoCAD,

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in Chemical Engineering required.
• 3–7 years of relevant experience in technical services, process engineering, or projects.
• Industry preference: chemical, petrochemical, pharma, agrochemical, or continuous process industries.

Responsibilities

• New Product Introduction (NPI) & Technology Transfer: scale up lab/pilot processes to production; prepare PFDs & P&IDs; establish SOPs and safety protocols; conduct trials and validate specs.
• Process Improvement & Cost Optimization: reduce cycle time and raw material use; implement energy-saving measures; apply Six Sigma tools; troubleshoot yield issues.
• Plant Expansion & Capital Projects: assist in engineering design, equipment selection, and layout; coordinate with procurement and contractors; manage commissioning and PGTR; ensure safety compliance.
• Debottlenecking & Capacity Maximization: identify constraints; perform mass/energy balances; modify piping and utilities; maximize OEE through technical interventions.

Skills

Mass & energy balances

Hazop studies

Cross-functional coordination

Analytical thinking

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description: Senior Executive Technical Services

Job Title: Senior Executive – Technical Services
Department: Technical Services
Reports To: Manager / Head – Technical Services
Location: Nandesari

Job Purpose

The Senior Executive – Technical Services will drive operational excellence by executing new product commissions, process improvements, plant expansions, and debottlenecking initiatives. This role bridges the gap between technology, production, and engineering to optimize plant capacity and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. New Product Introduction (NPI) & Technology Transfer

• Scale up laboratory or pilot plant processes to commercial production.
• Prepare process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols for new products.
• Conduct trial runs and validate product quality parameters against specifications.

2. Process Improvement & Cost Optimization

• Analyse current manufacturing processes to reduce cycle time and raw material consumption.
• Implement energy-saving initiatives and waste reduction programs.
• Use statistical tools and Six Sigma methodologies to minimize process variations.
• Troubleshoot chronic operational issues to improve product yield and quality.

3. Plant Expansion & Capital Projects

• Assist in the engineering design, equipment selection, and layout preparation for expansion projects.
• Coordinate with procurement, vendors, and contractors for timely equipment delivery and installation.
• Manage commissioning activities, including dry runs, wet runs, and performance guarantee test runs (PGTR).
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and safety standards during project execution.

4. Debottlenecking & Capacity Maximization

• Identify capacity constraints and choke points in existing production lines.
• Perform mass and energy balances to evaluate equipment capabilities (reactors, columns, heat exchangers).
• Modify piping networks, upgrade utilities, or re-engineer equipment to increase throughput.
• Maximize overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) through targeted technical interventions.

Required Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree (B.E. / B. Tech) in Chemical Engineering
• Experience: 3 to 7 years of relevant experience in technical services, process engineering, or projects.
• Industry Preference: Chemical, Petrochemical, Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, or continuous process industries.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of chemical unit operations and unit processes.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and AutoCAD.
• Hands-on experience with mass and energy balance calculations.
• Familiarity with safety standards, including Hazop studies and risk assessments.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent cross-functional coordination and communication skills.