Technical Project Manager

Technical Project Manager Gradiant India Private Limited Chennai, India 4/29/25 Engineering

Gradiant is a technology driven water Service Company with a vision of solving the world’s most challenging and highest value water treatment problems, currently focused on purifying contaminated water from oil and gas extraction and other industrial processes. Gradiant’s technologies were developed at MIT and are now commercially converting highly contaminated waste streams to drinking quality water. The company offers the opportunity to work on challenging problems in a high growth environment and ability to make large scale impact on the energy and environmental security of the world. 

• Engineering and design execution for water and wastewater treatment projects globally.
• Working as a Project Engineering Manager in the engineering department, the incumbent shall primarily work directly on performing engineering functions related to the project business under the direction of the Head of Engineering.
• Assist in the growth and development of engineering talent within the Engineering team by providing guidance to other engineering staff and contributing to regular, frequent knowledge sharing sessions.
• Ensure that engineering is completed accurately within schedule and budge
• Support the Engineering Manager in establishing, maintaining and applying procedures and protocols that will enhance the quality, efficiency and repeatability of engineering activities throughout the department
• Carry out value engineering assessments of all projects under the incumbent's control. Conduct technical analyses and feasibility studies and provide expert advice on process optimization and technology selection.
• Receive the basic process design from the proposals / sales team.
• Prepare / develop / supervise P&IDs, basic Engineering / design, detailed Engineering / design based on customer requirements
• Confirm compliance with customer specifications for equipment and material types.
• Prepare / supervise equipment/piping sizing calculation, equipment datasheets (valve lists/datasheet, equipment list/datasheets, piping schedule etc.), control descriptions/ valve sequence charts and operating manuals
• Carry out technical review of quotations for compliance with requirements
• Review fabrication drawings from external fabricators to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Collaborate with PMs, QA/QC, skid Fabricators and Construction Manager
• Oversee preparation of general arrangement drawings, piping detail drawings, skid arrangement drawings, Module arrangement drawings etc.
• Liaise with clients and customers on technical aspects, making justifications as necessary for design direction Participate in internal and external design reviews
• Coordinate / interface with various discipline
• Support during commissioning for the assigned projects and Manage Warranty Claims technical perspective.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
  
  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (INFORMATION PROVIDED BELOW WILL BE USED IN THE JOB POSTING PROCESS)

• FORMAL EDUCATION:
• Bachelor’s degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental)
• KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in water or Process industry.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in managing cross-functional engineering teams
• Proficiency in computer skills like MS Office software, AutoCAD, 3D models.
• Detail design of complex/ skid-based /module-based treatment / stick built systems/plants.
• Familiar with API, ASME, AWS, NACE and AWWA codes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to travel as required for project needs.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment and in an international business.
• TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
• Familiarity with various water treatment methods, technologies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of the design and engineering principles specific to water treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework related to water treatment, environmental standards,
  
  

Gradiant is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.