Mechanical Engineer

Role & responsibilities

1. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Execute preventive maintenance schedules for plant equipment and utilities.
• Monitor equipment condition and identify potential failures.
• Maintain maintenance records, checklists, and equipment history.
• Assist in implementing predictive maintenance techniques.

2. Breakdown Maintenance

• Attend mechanical breakdowns and restore equipment in minimum downtime.
• Troubleshoot issues related to pumps, motors, compressors, gearboxes, conveyors, agitators, valves, and utility equipment.
• Analyze root causes of recurring failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with production teams to minimize operational disruptions.

3. Equipment Inspection & Reliability

• Conduct routine inspections of rotating and static equipment.
• Monitor vibration, temperature, leakage, alignment, and equipment performance.
• Ensure proper lubrication and maintenance practices.
• Support reliability improvement initiatives.

4. Spare Parts & Inventory Management

• Identify and raise requirements for spare parts and consumables.
• Coordinate with stores and procurement for timely availability of spares.
• Maintain critical spare inventory records.
• Verify quality and specifications of received materials.

5. Safety & Compliance

• Follow plant safety procedures and permit-to-work systems.
• Ensure safe maintenance practices during shutdowns and repairs.
• Participate in safety inspections and audits.
• Report unsafe conditions and recommend corrective measures.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain daily maintenance logs and equipment records.
• Prepare maintenance reports, breakdown analysis, and improvement reports.
• Update maintenance schedules and checklists.
• Support preparation of shutdown and maintenance plans.

7. Coordination & Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate with Production, Utility, E&I, QA/QC, and other departments.
• Support plant shutdown and turnaround activities.
• Suggest improvements for equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency.
• Participate in cost reduction and energy-saving initiatives.

Equipment Exposure

• Pumps, Compressors, Blowers
• Gearboxes and Motors
• Heat Exchangers
• Storage Tanks and Agitators
• Valves and Piping Systems
• Utility Equipment (Boilers, Cooling Towers, Air Compressors, etc.)

Tools / Software Exposure

• MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• SAP / ERP Maintenance Module (if applicable)
• AutoCAD (basic understanding)
• CMMS / Maintenance Management Software

Learning Expectations

• Understand plant maintenance systems and equipment reliability.
• Develop troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Learn preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Gain exposure to safety standards and maintenance planning.
• Build coordination and documentation skills required for plant operations.

Preferred candidate profile

Position: Mechanical Engineer
Department: Maintenance
Qualification: B.tech. Mechanical Engineering
Location: Plant / Factory Site
Reports To: Maintenance Manager