Shift Engineer (Electrical)

Dcm Shriram Chemicals; Bharuch District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

DCM Shriram Chemicals is seeking a Shift Engineer (Electrical) to oversee electrical stability for the Power Plant and Process Plant at Jhagadia. The role focuses on achieving zero breakdowns while ensuring equipment operates at peak performance.

You will monitor SCADA parameters, manage generator performance, and enforce safety protocols such as LOTO, with SAP-based permits and reporting alongside a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering required.
• 4+ years of experience in medium to large-scale chemical,chlor-alkali or power industries.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control electrical parameters via SCADA and local panels to ensure plants run as per procedures.
• Maintain critical generator performance (MW/MVA/MVAr/PF) and oversee P48 & P60 performance including temperatures.
• Lead isolation of equipment for maintenance, issue permits in SAP, and enforce LOTO protocols for safety.
• Coordinate emergency DG trials and act during critical onsite emergencies, including plant shutdowns if needed.
• Update daily power reports and SAP master data, and maintain shift logs and registers.
• Execute energy conservation and productivity improvement schemes to optimize costs.

Skills

SCADA

SAP

Electrical engineering

EHS

Education

Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Job description

DCM Shriram Chemicals is a leading chemical manufacturer and India's second largest producer of Chlor-Alkali products. With state-of-the-art facilities in Bharuch and Kota, we supply essential chemicals such as caustic soda, chlorine, hydrogen, and hydrochloric acid to diverse industries, including textiles, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, and food processing. Serving clients in 73 countries worldwide, our company is committed to innovative and sustainable chemical solutions. We aim to transform India into a global hub for sustainable chemical manufacturing through investments in advanced technologies and products.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Shift Engineer (Electrical) to join our team in Jhagadia. You will be the guardian of electrical stability, responsible for the seamless operation and maintenance of both our Power Plant and Process Plant. Your primary mission is to achieve zero breakdowns while ensuring all electrical equipment and auxiliaries run at peak performance.

What You’ll Do

• Operational Excellence: Monitor and control electrical parameters via SCADA and local panels to ensure plants run according to pre-defined procedures.
• Power Management: Maintain critical GEB parameters (MW/MVA/MVAr/PF) and oversee P48 & P60 Generator performance, including winding and bearing temperatures.
• Maintenance & Safety: Lead the isolation of equipment for maintenance, issue permits in SAP, and strictly enforce LOTO (Lockout-Tagout) protocols for team safety.
• Emergency Response: Coordinate emergency DG trials and take decisive action, including plant shutdowns if necessary, during critical onsite emergencies.
• Reporting: Update daily power reports and master data in SAP, and maintain detailed shift logs and registers.
• Resource Conservation: Execute energy conservation and productivity improvement schemes to optimize costs.

Who You Are

• Qualified: You hold a Diploma, B.E., or B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.
• Experienced: You have 4+ years of experience in medium to large-scale Chemical, Chlor-Alkali, or Power industries.
• Tech‑Savvy: You are proficient in SCADA operations, SAP (for power posting and permits), and standard computer applications.
• Knowledgeable: You understand plant chemicals, ISO standards, and statutory compliance related to electrical systems.
• Safety‑First: You have a deep commitment to Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements.

Why Join Us?

You will work in a high-performance environment where your technical expertise directly impacts our operational success. We foster a collaborative culture involving cross-functional interactions with Process, Instrumentation, Mechanical, and EHS teams.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding environment with significant opportunities for growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits.