Job Description

: Chemical Technologist / Chemical Engineer

Industry:

Edible Oil By-products / Specialty Chemicals / Nutraceuticals

Location:

Baramati, Pune, Maharashtra

Reporting To:

Project Head

Role Objective

To lead the

design, engineering, setup, commissioning, and operation

of a manufacturing unit for

Tocopherol, Distilled Fatty Acids, and Phosphatidylcholine

derived from edible oil refinery by-products (lecithin, soybean fatty acid oil, deodorizer distillates, etc.), ensuring technical excellence, cost-effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and global market competitiveness.

Key Responsibilities1. Process & Project Development

Prepare detailed feasibility studies and techno-commercial reports. Develop process flow diagrams (PFD), P&IDs, mass & energy balances. Evaluate and implement technologies such as

molecular (short path) distillation, solvent extraction, Chormatogrpahic purification and membrane separation

. Plan utilities (boilers, chilling units, vacuum systems, compressed air, effluent treatment).

2. Plant Design, Engineering & Commissioning

Lead basic and detailed engineering for process equipment (distillation units, reactors, centrifuges, storage). Supervise civil, structural, electrical, piping, and instrumentation works. Oversee erection, installation, and commissioning activities. Optimize process parameters for maximum yield and purity.

3. Operations & Quality Assurance

Establish SOPs for plant operations and preventive maintenance. Monitor production of

high-purity tocopherol (Vitamin E), distilled fatty acids, and phosphatidylcholine

. Ensure QA/QC compliance using HPLC, GC-MS, FTIR, etc. Maintain GMP, FSSAI, FDA, REACH, Kosher/Halal certifications.

4. Raw Material & Market Development

Develop sourcing tie-ups with edible oil refineries for by-product supply. Track and analyze global/domestic markets for export competitiveness. Liaise with customers, traders, and export agencies for nutraceuticals and specialty chemicals.

5. Licensing & Compliance

Ensure adherence to environmental and safety standards (Pollution Control Board, Hazardous Waste Rules). Conduct HAZOP and risk assessments. Secure statutory licenses for plant and product certifications.

Candidate Profile

Education:

B.Tech / M.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or allied fields.

Experience:

Minimum 2-3 years of hands-on experience in production of Tocopherol, Distilled Fatty Acids, and/or Phosphatidylcholine in a manufacturing unit (mandatory).

Total 8-15 years' experience in process industries (oleochemicals, nutraceuticals, edible oil derivatives, or specialty chemicals).

Technical Competencies:

Strong expertise in distillation (short path, thin film, vacuum), solvent extraction, purification, and related separation technologies. Knowledge of edible oil refinery by-products and their valorization. Practical use of process design software (Aspen Plus, Hysys, ChemCAD).

Behavioral Competencies:

Strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams during commissioning and operations. Vendor management and negotiation skills.

Remuneration

Salary:

No bar for the right candidate (negotiable based on experience and expertise). Performance-linked incentives may be considered.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ?25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Paid time off
Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 02/10/2025