Manager

As a Manager for Gas & Chemical Distribution System in a solar cell manufacturing plant, your role will involve overseeing the design review, project execution, installation, testing & commissioning, and O&M of bulk and specialty gas systems and chemical distribution systems. This includes ensuring the safe, reliable, and uninterrupted supply of gases and chemicals to cell and module production lines while maintaining compliance with safety, statutory, and environmental regulations. Key Responsibilities: - Review P&IDs, equipment datasheets, layout drawings, and piping & instrumentation diagrams for gas and chemical distribution systems. - Oversee procurement and vendor qualification for bulk storage tanks, pipelines, gas cabinets, VMBs, CDS, scrubbers, and monitoring systems. - Supervise installation, piping works, leak testing, purging, and passivation of chemical & gas pipelines. - Coordinate with EPC contractors, OEMs, and process tool vendors for integration of gas/chemical supply to process equipment. - Ensure testing, commissioning, SAT, and handover of gas & chemical distribution systems as per safety protocols. - Drive project timelines, budgets, and contractor performance while ensuring EHS compliance. - Obtain statutory approvals related to explosive, hazardous chemicals, and environmental regulations. During the O&M Phase, your responsibilities will include: - Managing round-the-clock operation & maintenance of bulk gas (N2 & O2), specialty gas (SIH4, NH3, PH3, TMA, BCl3, N2O) and chemical distribution systems. - Implementing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies for pipelines, valves, regulators, CDS, VMBs, sensors, and monitoring systems. - Coordinating with process, production, and EHS teams for chemical handling, emergency response, and change management. - Managing chemical/gas storage inventory, vendor AMCs, annual budgets, and spares planning. - Conducting hazard analysis, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance with safety systems. Qualifications & Experience: - B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering. - 12-18 years of experience in gas & chemical distribution systems for semiconductor/solar cell manufacturing or similar industries. - Hands-on experience in bulk gas storage & distribution, specialty gas distribution, and chemical delivery systems. Key Skills: - Expertise in process utility systems design, commissioning, and O&M. - Strong leadership and team management skills. - Knowledge of HAZOP, HIRA, SIL, and emergency response planning. - Ability to coordinate with process & production teams. - Vendor & contractor management with cost optimization focus. (Note: Company details are not provided in the job description.),