Engineering Head - Chemical Industry - Navi Mumbai

Job Description:

Position: Engineering Head

Experience: 30+

Shift Timings: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Working Days: 6 days a week

Week Off: 2nd Saturday and all Sundays

Location: Koparkhairane ( Visit to Mahad Factory, Khopoli Factory/ if any other)

Industry: Chemical

Detailed JD: 

The Engineering Head in a chemical industry plays a crucial role in overseeing the engineering operations to ensure that the production processes run efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively. Their responsibilities typically span across various technical, managerial, and strategic functions. Here are the key roles and responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead the Engineering Department: Manage, guide, and mentor engineers and technical staff across various disciplines (process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, etc.).
• Team Development: Focus on hiring, training, and developing a highly skilled team, ensuring continuous improvement and growth.
• Resource Allocation: Allocate resources effectively to meet production and project goals.

2. Process Optimization and Innovation:

• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements in production processes, aiming for higher efficiency, quality, and reduced costs.
• Innovation: Drive the adoption of new technologies and innovations to improve production capacity, safety, and environmental sustainability.
• Troubleshooting: Lead efforts to resolve technical issues in production and operations.

3. Project Management:

• Lead Engineering Projects: Oversee engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Design and Implementation: Supervise the design, installation, and commissioning of new equipment and systems.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to engineering projects, such as delays, budget overruns, and safety hazards.

4. Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure Safety Standards: Oversee adherence to safety regulations and best practices in all engineering activities.
• Compliance with Regulations: Ensure that engineering operations comply with local, national, and international environmental and safety standards.
• Risk Assessments: Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify and address potential hazards in the plant.

5. Budget and Cost Management:

• Budget Management: Develop, manage, and monitor budgets for engineering projects, equipment maintenance, and capital expenditures.
• Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities for cost reduction in engineering operations while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency.

6. Maintenance and Reliability:

• Maintenance Strategy: Develop and implement maintenance strategies for plant equipment to minimize downtime and optimize equipment lifespan.
• Reliability Engineering: Ensure that plant equipment is reliable, reducing unexpected failures and maintaining continuous production.

7. Collaboration and Communication:

• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as production, quality control, procurement, and R&D to ensure alignment on projects and goals.
• External Relationships: Manage relationships with suppliers, contractors, and external consultants for equipment, services, and engineering solutions.

8. Continuous Improvement and Best Practices:

• Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement: Encourage the use of methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen to continuously improve engineering operations.
• Benchmarking: Stay updated on industry trends and benchmarks to ensure that the engineering department follows industry best practices.

9. Strategic Planning:

• Strategic Vision: Contribute to the development of long-term strategies for the engineering department and overall plant operations.
• Capital Projects Planning: Lead the planning and execution of major capital projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Sustainability: Develop strategies to improve the environmental sustainability of operations, such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and reducing emissions.

10. Documentation and Reporting:

• Documentation: Ensure that all engineering processes, designs, and changes are properly documented and stored in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Reporting: Provide regular reports to upper management on engineering performance, project status, and key metrics.

11. Performance Monitoring:

• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Establish and track KPIs related to engineering efficiency, downtime, safety, and other operational metrics.
• Analyze Data: Use data analysis to assess plant performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions.

1. Process Engineering

• Focuses on the design, optimization, and scaling of chemical processes.
• Develops process flow diagrams, heat and mass balances, and ensures safety in the production process.

2. Mechanical Engineering

• Deals with the design, maintenance, and operation of mechanical equipment (pumps, valves, reactors, etc.).
• Ensures proper functioning of machinery and equipment in the plant.

3. Electrical Engineering

• Involves the design and maintenance of electrical systems, including power distribution, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Ensures the plant has a reliable and efficient power supply and safe operation of electrical systems.

4. Instrumentation and Control Engineering

• Focuses on the installation, maintenance, and calibration of instruments that monitor and control the chemical processes.
• Works with automation systems, PLCs (programmable logic controllers), SCADA systems, and other control technologies.

5. Civil Engineering

• Responsible for the design and construction of plant structures such as buildings, foundations, and infrastructure.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements for construction.

6. Safety Engineering

• Ensures the design and operation of plant systems are safe and comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conducts risk assessments, process safety management, and emergency preparedness.

7. Quality Engineering

• Focuses on maintaining quality standards in the engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Works on quality control (QC), quality assurance (QA), and continuous improvement initiatives.

8. Reliability Engineering

• Aims to ensure the reliability and uptime of plant equipment and systems.
• Involves predictive maintenance, root cause analysis, and asset management.

9. Project Engineering

• Manages engineering projects, including plant upgrades, new installations, and expansions.
• Coordinates between different engineering departments and ensures projects are completed on time and within budget.

10. Maintenance Engineering

• Ensures that all equipment and machinery are properly maintained to minimize downtime and extend their lifespan.
• Focuses on both corrective and preventive maintenance strategies.

11. Environmental Engineering

• Ensures compliance with environmental regulations, focusing on waste management, emissions control, and water treatment.
• Works to reduce the plant's environmental footprint.

12. R&D (Research and Development) Engineering

• Focuses on developing new chemical processes, improving existing ones, or innovating new products and technologies.
• Works closely with other engineering teams to implement pilot projects and new ideas.

13. Engineering Design

• Responsible for the detailed design of equipment and systems, including drafting and 3D modeling.
• Collaborates with other departments to ensure the designs are practical and cost-effective.

14. Operations Engineering

• Works closely with production teams to optimize day-to-day operations, troubleshooting issues, and implementing best practices.
• Focuses on improving efficiency, reducing costs, and solving operational challenges.

15. Supply Chain Engineering

• Deals with the engineering aspects of logistics, material handling, and procurement within the plant.
• Works to ensure that materials and components are available when needed for production processes.