Senior Mechanical Engineer – NPK Fertiliser Project

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Who are we looking for?We are looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineering Consultant for a high-impact engagement with a leading Indian fertiliser and chemicals company undertaking a major NPK fertiliser project. The consultant will provide senior mechanical engineering expertise, independently reviewing and challenging the EPC/engineering partner's proposed equipment selection, specifications, and material-handling configuration. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want to make a significant impact through strategic thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
Role & Responsibilities:Review and challenge the EPC/engineering partner's proposed major equipment selection, specifications, and material-handling configuration.Validate equipment sizing, materials of construction, wear and corrosion allowances, reliability, and maintainability.Review mechanical datasheets, technical specifications, and vendor proposals for major process and material-handling equipment.Assess equipment reliability, redundancy, spares, and maintenance philosophy, including risks associated with critical and long-lead equipment.Review mechanical CAPEX assumptions, constructability, and interfaces with process, civil, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.Support EPC/LSTK tendering activities, including RFP clarifications, bidder deviations, and technical bid evaluation for the mechanical scope.
Skills & Qualifications:B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.Typically 20+ years of relevant experience in fertiliser or process-plant engineering and projects.Strong experience in NPK, NP, DAP, phosphate, or complex fertiliser plants.Direct experience with granulation, drying, cooling, and bulk material-handling systems.Strong exposure to FEED, EPC engineering, and vendor evaluation.Previous experience with an owner organisation, PMC, or senior EPC engineering team is preferred.Working knowledge of commercial and contractual aspects of large capital projects, including CAPEX economics, EPC/vendor contracts, performance guarantees, risk allocation, and change/claims management.Experience with organisations such as IFFCO, Paradeep Phosphates, Coromandel International, FACT, Zuari, thyssenkrupp Uhde India, PDIL, Tata Consulting Engineers, and other fertiliser-focused engineering organisations would be particularly relevant.
Other Info:Location: Delhi.Contract Duration: Up to 6 months, with potential for extension based on project requirements.

Experience
20+ yrs

Work arrangement
No