Designation: Project Engineer
Department: Projects / Engineering
Experience Required: 4 to 8 Years
Industry Preference: Food Manufacturing / FMCG / Agro Processing / Industrial Manufacturing
Reporting To: Project Manager / Engineering Head / Plant Head
Job Purpose
To plan, execute, monitor, and complete engineering and infrastructure projects within the food manufacturing plant while ensuring adherence to quality, safety, budget, and project timelines.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Project Planning & Execution
- Plan and execute plant expansion, modification, and improvement projects.
- Prepare project schedules, timelines, and resource plans.
- Monitor project progress and ensure timely completion.
- Coordinate installation and commissioning of new equipment and utilities.
- Ensure project activities align with production and business requirements.
2. Engineering & Technical Support
- Review engineering drawings, layouts, and technical specifications.
- Coordinate with equipment suppliers, consultants, and contractors.
- Ensure proper installation of production machinery and utility systems.
- Support troubleshooting during commissioning and startup activities.
- Verify project work as per approved designs and standards.
3. Contractor & Vendor Management
- Supervise contractors and monitor project execution at site.
- Ensure contractor compliance with quality and safety requirements.
- Verify work completion and contractor billing.
- Coordinate procurement of project materials and services.
- Conduct vendor performance evaluations.
4. Budget & Cost Control
- Prepare project cost estimates and budgets.
- Track project expenditures and control costs.
- Monitor material consumption and resource utilization.
- Identify opportunities for cost optimization without affecting quality.
5. Quality Assurance
- Ensure project execution meets engineering and food industry standards.
- Conduct inspections of civil, mechanical, electrical, and utility works.
- Verify quality of materials, workmanship, and installations.
- Ensure compliance with GMP requirements for food processing areas.
6. Safety & Compliance
- Ensure all project activities comply with EHS standards.
- Implement permit-to-work systems for project jobs.
- Conduct risk assessments and safety inspections.
- Ensure compliance with Factory Act, electrical safety, and statutory requirements.
- Promote safe work practices among contractors and project teams.
7. Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain project documentation, drawings, and records.
- Prepare:
- Project progress reports
- Daily/weekly status reports
- Cost tracking reports
- Commissioning reports
- Project closure reports
- Maintain as-built drawings and project files.
8. Utility & Infrastructure Projects
- Manage projects related to:
- Boilers and steam systems
- Refrigeration systems
- Compressed air systems
- Water treatment plants
- ETP/STP facilities
- Warehouses and storage facilities
- Ensure utility integration with production requirements.
9. Continuous Improvement & Plant Development
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
- Support energy-saving and productivity enhancement projects.
- Participate in plant modernization and capacity expansion initiatives.
- Implement engineering best practices and innovative solutions.
Required Skills
- Project Management
- Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- Installation & Commissioning
- Contractor Management
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Planning & Scheduling
- Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting
- MS Project / AutoCAD Knowledge
- Documentation & Reporting
- Team Coordination & Communication
Preferred Qualifications
- B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering
- Project Management Certification preferred
- Experience in food processing or FMCG manufacturing projects preferred
Key Areas in Food Manufacturing Industry
- Production Line Installation
- Plant Expansion Projects
- Utility & Infrastructure Development
- Boiler & Refrigeration Projects
- Packaging Line Projects
- Warehouse Development
- Food Processing Equipment Commissioning
- Energy Optimization Projects
KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
- Project Completion Within Timeline
- Budget Adherence
- Successful Equipment Commissioning
- Contractor Performance
- Quality Compliance Score
- Safety Performance During Projects
- Reduction in Project Delays
- Documentation & Reporting Accuracy
- Cost Savings Through Project Improvements
- Stakeholder Satisfaction with Project Delivery
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Commuter assistance
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
