Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – WTP

Role Overview

The Machine Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and reliability of all mechanical equipment and machinery in the Water Treatment Plant. This includes pumps, blowers, mixers, valves, gearboxes, compressors, and other electromechanical systems to ensure smooth, continuous, and efficient plant operation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Equipment Operation & Monitoring

• Monitor performance of all mechanical equipment such as raw water pumps, clear water pumps, sludge pumps, agitators, blowers, mixers, and dosing systems.
• Check vibration, noise, temperature, leakage, and other abnormal signs in machines.
• Support plant operations team during start-up, shutdown, and changeover of equipment.

2. Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance

• Prepare and implement preventive maintenance schedule (PM) for all plant machinery.
• Attend mechanical breakdowns promptly and restore equipment in minimum possible time.
• Carry out routine maintenance like lubrication, alignment, tightening, replacement of seals, bearings, couplings, belts, etc.
• Maintain records of all maintenance activities, history cards, and spare replacement.

3. Troubleshooting & Repairs

• Diagnose faults in pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and rotating equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors/service providers for major repair works and overhauling.
• Suggest and implement corrective actions to reduce recurring breakdowns.

4. Spare Parts & Inventory Management

• Prepare and update critical spares list for mechanical equipment.
• Raise requirements/indent for spares, consumables, and tools in coordination with store/purchase department.
• Ensure availability of essential spares to avoid plant downtime.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain checklists, logbooks, maintenance registers, service reports, and AMC records.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly maintenance reports and submit to Plant In-charge / Manager.
• Support in preparation of maintenance-related data for billing, audits, and client reports.

6. Safety, Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out following safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Follow WTP O&M manuals, OEM guidelines, and standard maintenance practices.
• Support compliance with ISO, environmental, and statutory norms related to plant machinery.

7. Coordination

• Coordinate with Electrical Engineer/Technician for electromechanical issues (motor trips, overload, control panel faults, etc.).
• Work closely with Operations team to plan maintenance during low load or shutdown periods.
• Interact with client representatives/consultants during inspections or audits.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma / B.Tech / B.E in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in operation & maintenance of mechanical equipment, preferably in WTP/STP/ETP/industrial utilities.
• Good knowledge of pumps, valves, blowers, gearboxes, mechanical seals, bearings, and piping systems.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, GA drawings, and P&ID (preferred).
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and planning skills.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, email) for reporting and documentation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Experience:

• mechanical maintenance experience (WTP/STP/ETP): 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person