Sr. Engineer/Engineer Blast Furnace Operation Control Room

Sarthee Consultancy; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarthee Consultancy seeks a highly skilled professional to operate and monitor blast furnace processes in a steel production environment. The role requires hands-on control room monitoring, momentum in parameter optimization, and strict adherence to safety SOPs.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and substantial experience in integrated steel plants with blast furnaces, capable of coordinating cross-functional teams to maintain stable operation and meet production

Qualifications

• Experience in blast furnace operation or control room monitoring advertised role.
• Strong familiarity with process control parameters and safety SOPs.
• Exposure to ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor Blast Furnace process parameters through PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Maintain stable furnace operation by controlling hot blast temperature, pressure, flow, and PCI rate.
• Coordinate with Stock House for burden charging sequence and descent rate.
• Monitor gas distribution and ensure uniform gas flow for furnace efficiency.
• Support daily production targets with quality control of temperature and element content.
• Record and analyze burden and consumption data; adjust parameters to stabilize operations.
• Record process data, alarms, and trend logs; prepare shift handovers and operational summaries.
• Identify early signs of instability and act to avoid disturbances; ensure safe start-up/shutdown procedures.
• Collaborate with Cast House, Stock House, Blower House, PCI system, and maintenance teams for smooth operation.

Skills

Process control

PLC/DCS/SCADA

Safety compliance

Education

B.E./B.Tech./Diploma in Metallurgical/Mechanical/Production/Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC

DCS

SCADA

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor Blast Furnace process parameters through PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Maintain stable furnace operation by controlling hot blast temperature, pressure, flow; top pressure and stock line levels; oxygen enrichment, steam injection, and blast volume; PCI (Pulverized Coal Injection) rate and distribution.
• Ensure proper burden charging sequence and descent rate in coordination with the Stock House.
• Monitor gas distribution (CO/CO ratio) and ensure uniform gas flow for optimal furnace efficiency.
• Support achievement of daily hot metal production targets with desired quality parameters like temperature, Si, S, and P content.
• Optimize coke rate and maintain high gas utilization efficiency.
• Record and analyze burden composition and consumption data.
• Assist in adjusting process parameters to ensure consistent and stable furnace operation.
• Operate furnace control systems and handle alarms; record and analyze process data, trend charts, and alarm logs for abnormalities.
• Coordinate effective communication between control room and field teams; prepare and update shift logbooks, cast details, and operational summaries.
• Identify early warning signs of process instability such as hanging, slipping, or scaffolding; act promptly as directed to avoid disturbances.
• Ensure safe and correct operational procedures during start-up, shutdown, or emergency conditions.
• Participate in restoring furnace parameters following disturbances or downtime.
• Collaborate with Cast House for casting schedules and metal tapping coordination; Stock House for charging sequence and burden control; Blower House for blast supply and temperature control; PCI system for coal injection management; and maintenance teams for mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation support.
• Maintain clear communication during shift handovers to ensure continuity of operations.
• Comply with all Blast Furnace safety procedures and standard operating protocols (SOPs); enforce strict PPE usage and adherence to Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) and work permit systems.
• Report unsafe acts, conditions, and near-misses immediately to the Shift In-charge; promote good housekeeping practices.
• Support the implementation of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Maintain and update shift-wise log sheets, cast logs, burden charts, hot blast and top pressure parameters, gas composition, and furnace performance data.
• Support preparation of daily and monthly production reports; ensure accuracy of recorded data for reliable performance analysis and management information system (MIS) reporting

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Metallurgical, Mechanical, Production, or Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute.

• Engineer: 25 years of hands-on experience in blast furnace operation or control room monitoring.
• Sr. Engineer: 5-8 years of experience in blast furnace operation, process control, and parameter optimization.
• Preference for candidates with experience in integrated steel plants with blast furnaces of at least 0.5 MTPA capacity.