MGR / SMGR Mechanical Site Head

Job Title: Manager / Senior Manager (Mechanical Site Head)

Location: Uttar Pradesh

Job Summary: The Manager / Senior Manager (Mechanical Site Head) will be responsible for leading all mechanical engineering activities associated with the development, execution, commissioning, and performance optimization of Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants. The role requires deep expertise in mechanical systems used in biogas and process industries, including feedstock handling systems, digesters, pumps, agitators, gas handling systems, upgrading systems, compressors, storage vessels, piping networks & utility equipment’s.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Mechanical Engineering & Design Management: Lead review and approval of mechanical engineering deliverables including equipment layouts, GA drawings, piping layouts, isometrics, mechanical datasheets, specifications, and vendor drawings.

2. Equipment Selection & Technical Procurement Support: Lead equipment sizing, selection, technical evaluation, inspection, and finalization of mechanical equipment packages including digesters, agitators, pumps, blowers, compressors, gas upgrading systems, pipelines, utility systems and other mechanical equipment’s .

3. EPC Contractor Management & Site Execution: Manage and coordinate EPC/T-EPC contractors for mechanical scope execution. Create standard operating procedures (SOPs) to meet technical and operational requirements. Handle different stakeholders as per project requirements. Finalize critical path milestones, deliverables, deadlines with cost optimization, inspection and testing, and manpower mobilization plan, while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, technical specifications, and project schedules.

4. Commissioning & Plant Start-Up: Lead mechanical pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, performance testing, and plant stabilization activities, as well as the resolution of technical issues. Review equipment and process design for operation, maintenance, and reliability. Capable of driving design modifications and creating corrective action plans.

6.Operations, Maintenance & Performance Optimization: Lead the regular operation and maintenance of CBG plant, conduct root cause analysis of equipment failures, implement corrective actions, and identify opportunities for performance enhancement, energy optimization, and cost reduction.

7. Government Licensing Support: Lead and coordinate the end-to-end process of obtaining all statutory approvals, permits, licenses, and regulatory clearances with appointed contractor from relevant government authorities & ensuring timely compliance with applicable regulations.

Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from a reputed institution. A master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP) are highly desirable.

Experience: Minimum of 8-15 years of progressive experience in engineering, project management, or EPC roles. Work experience in CBG projects in a lead role, project management, or planning head, and completed at least one CBG project of 10 TPD or above capacity.

Required Skills:
Technical Skills:
In-depth knowledge of CBG plant processes, anaerobic digestion, gas purification, compression, and associated utility systems.

Strong understanding of engineering principles, design codes, and standards (ASME, API, IS, etc.) & Key knowledge of peso norms , DPR ,PFR etc

Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings (PFDs, P&IDs, GA drawings, electrical schematics).

Experience with engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Aspen HYSYS, MS Project).

Good understanding of the selection of equipment, especially pretreatment of agricultural residue, compressors, solid-liquid separation, gas filling, and transportation.

Project execution & EPC management

Familiarity with statutory and regulatory requirements for setting up industrial plants, especially in India.

Managerial & Soft Skills:
Proven leadership and team management capabilities, with the ability to motivate and guide technical teams.

Excellent project management, Budgeting, planning, and organizational skills.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

High attention to detail, quality, and safety standards.

Strategic thinking with a focus on optimizing engineering solutions and project delivery.