Group Leader

This person is responsible for receiving process package from Process Technology and converting them to kilo/ pilot plant & commercial scale. This role is responsible for both basic & detailed engineering, kilo lab and pilot plant operations and driving their asset efficiencies. This role will also support HAZOP by studying process safety data converting into interlocks and trips in the proposed design. This role will be also responsible for ensuring engineering equivalence during technology transfer.
Strategic
Key strategic responsibilities for Technology Transfer include:
Defining strategic designs which can contribute to the cost & process efficiencies
Maintaining awareness of industry and technology trends to ensure that PI is current in development efforts to supply new and innovative offerings
Implementing new systems & processes to enhance work efficiency
Key strategic responsibilities for Detailed Engineering include:
Reviewing and approving all design plans/blue prints proposed by Civil/Electrical & Instrumentation/mechanical/ Process teams
Align & support the project execution team through proper planning of projects on cost, time, quality and safety parameters
PP/KL Operations
Planning optimum use of available production facilities/circuits
Operational & Financial
Key operational & financial responsibilities for this role include:
Planning and conducting feasibility studies, scale up studies and technology transfer leading to a successful process handover at commercial scale
Providing support to Process Technology in developing any special equipment needed in lab work
Overseeing operations of Pilot Plant to verify the processes on pilot scale and development of data required for design of commercial scale plants
Assisting in developing and updating process design manuals and procuring design software
Drive the development of the Basic Engineering Package (BEP)
Define objectives for scale up trials
Providing suggestions about new technologies/systems and its implementation at commercial level
Ensuring quality, yield and productivity at kilo lab and pilot plant level before transferring the process to production
Conducting analysis of different parameters for process improvements
Ensuring timely release of SOP and other documents for new products
Ensuring that all drawings, technical specifications, floor plans meet statutory regulations and various government compliance requirements
Providing guidance to PP/KL Head in ensuring fulfilment of market/customer requirement by producing right quality of material as per business plan
Ensuring effective utilization of manpower, utility, raw materials etc. in pilot plant & kilo lab
Support HAZOP by studying process safety data and converting into interlocks and trips in the proposed design
Develop KPIs to measure the performance of Technology Transfer to ensure high productivity among subordinates
Maintain budgets and ensure adherence to the budget
Ensure achievement of cost saving initiatives to achieve targeted savings in time frame
Co-ordinate with Asset Planning and Business Development team to fix the circuit plan at kilo lab & pilot plant levels
Collaborate with Analytical Services Lead for effective Technology Transfer
People
Recommend initiatives for building requisite skills & competencies through focused professional development and capability building initiatives for the Technology Transfer function
Review workforce capacity gaps within the Technology Transfer function and ensure timely recruitment in alignment with Corporate HR policies
Actively sponsor, in conjunction with the Senior Management Team, the performance management process of the team
Recognize & reward excellent performers & affirm key contributions of employees toward the achievement of goals & objectives of the team
Inspire & motivate employees through demonstrated commitment to PI’s values, vision & mission and exemplifying effective leadership, initiative and persistence needed to accomplish goals and objectives
Experience & Qualification Required:
B.Tech/M.Tech – Chemical Engineering from Institutes of repute like IIT/NIT
20-25 years of technology transfer & operational experience, Good understanding of process safety
Knowledge of Process Design, Scale up and commissioning of commercial plant
Strong experience of managing Technology Transfer operations and process safety

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