Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Overview

Lead brownfield and OPEX mechanical projects at Ingredion's Ahmedabad manufacturing site, from scoping and design through commissioning and handover. Focus on plant efficiency, reliability, safety, and OEE improvement.

What you'll do

• Lead mechanical projects across existing plant assets from scoping through completion.
• Drive OEE improvements by upgrading equipment and optimizing mechanical systems.
• Develop and review designs, layouts, and drawings for piping, equipment, HVAC, and fire protection systems.
• Evaluate vendors, review technical offers, and participate in technical bid analysis and FATs.
• Guide consultants, vendors, and contractors through completion, commissioning, and handover.
• Prepare status reports, manage risks, and drive issue resolution.
• Develop preventive maintenance plans and spare-parts strategies.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 8–12 years of project management experience in brownfield/OPEX projects.
• Strong project management planning and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Project and AutoCAD.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience in manufacturing, pharma, specialty chemicals, or food and beverage plants.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing standards, GMP, and HACCP.
• Project management certification.
• Familiarity with SAP maintenance modules.

Details

• Location: Ahmedabad, India.
• Workplace type: On-site.
• Relocation available: No.