Senior Engineer - Mechanical

Senior Engineer - Mechanical Gradiant India Private Limited Chennai, India 1/7/26 Engineering

About The Organization

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide.

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Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Global Engineering Centre team to execute International and Local projects in India. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of relevant experience, with a preference for those who have worked in an EPC environment, international project experience.

Core Responsibilities And Tasks

• Lead the mechanical design of WTP / ETP / STP / WWTP / Desal treatment plants, including the selection and sizing of equipment such as pumps, compressors, Blowers, heat exchangers, dewatering devices, and other mechanical components, excluding tanks and pressure vessels.
• Ensure seamless integration of these components into the overall treatment system.
• Equipment Specification and Procurement / RFQ: Prepare technical specifications for mechanical equipment and work with vendors to procure the required components. Evaluate equipment proposals and make recommendations based on technical and budgetary considerations.
• Confirm compliance with customer specifications for equipment and material types;
• Prepare equipment List, equipment datasheets, valve lists, Component datasheet, etc.)
• Review and approve drawings and documents from Vendors.
• Interface with Process, Civil / Structural, Piping, and Instrumentation Engineers for complete engineering work.
• Collaborate with the Technical project manager to plan and execute projects on time and on budgeted manhours.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and progress assessments to ensure project objectives are met.
• Perform engineering calculations to assess the performance and reliability of mechanical systems. Address technical challenges and propose solutions to optimise system performance.
• Quality Control and Compliance: Ensure that all mechanical designs and installations comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices. Conduct quality control reviews to verify design integrity and safety.
• Cost Estimation and Budget Management: Collaborate with the project team to prepare cost estimates for mechanical components and equipment. Identify cost-saving opportunities where applicable.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Formal Education-
  
  

Required: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

• Knowledge and Experience :
  
  

Required: 5-8 years in mechanical engineering with expertise in water and/or wastewater treatment systems.

• Technical Skills / Requirements :
  
  

Required

Familiar with industrial standards like ANSI, ASME, API, etc.

Strong understanding of various mechanical components and equipment used in water and/or

wastewater treatment systems.

The ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a cross-functional team.

• TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS : 30%
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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