Lead Process Engineer

As a Process Engineer in the food & beverage industry, your primary responsibility will be to develop and optimize Process Block Diagrams (PBD), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), and Mass Balance calculations for food & beverage processing plants. You will be required to prepare User Requirement Specifications (URS), Bill of Quantities (BOQ), and equipment sizing reports to support project planning. Additionally, you will conduct piping line sizing calculations and assist in utility design for steam, compressed air, water, and refrigeration systems. Collaboration with procurement teams to evaluate and select process equipment, ensuring technical specifications and cost-effectiveness will be a key part of your role. You will provide technical expertise in vendor evaluation, RFQs (Request for Quotations), and equipment procurement processes. Working closely with mechanical, electrical, automation, and civil teams to integrate process requirements into project execution will also be essential. Your support will be required in commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance validation of installed equipment and process systems. Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, hygienic engineering standards, and industry best practices such as HACCP, GMP, FSSAI, ISO, FDA, etc., will be crucial. Identifying process improvements, cost reduction opportunities, and energy efficiency strategies for clients will also be part of your responsibilities. To qualify for this role, you should hold a B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, or a related field, along with at least 4 years of experience in process design and project execution in the food & beverage industry. Strong expertise in Process Block Diagram (PBD), P&ID, Mass Balance, URS, BOQ, and equipment sizing is required. Knowledge of piping line sizing, plant layout optimization, and process utility design is essential. Exposure to procurement processes, vendor selection, and RFQ evaluations is also necessary. Proficiency in AutoCAD, plant simulation software, and process modeling tools is preferred. Familiarity with food safety, hygienic design principles, and industry regulations is a plus. Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills are important for this role. The ability to handle multiple projects and work effectively in a cross-functional team environment is crucial. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits including Provident Fund. The work location is in person with a day shift schedule.,