Process Engineer / Technology Evaluation Lead

Job Description -Process Engineer / Technology Evaluation Lead

Location : Gurugram, India (Travel to project sites as required)

About the Role :

We are looking for a highly analytical and execution-oriented engineer to identify, evaluate, and scale commercially viable pathways for converting bio-waste into high-value products. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, operations, and commercial strategy, requiring a strong understanding of industrial processes and the ability to translate technical concepts into investment-ready opportunities.

The ideal candidate will possess deep engineering expertise, experience in process-intensive industries, and the ability to evaluate emerging technologies while working in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify commercially viable pathways to maximize bio-waste value by evaluating and de-risking industrial process opportunities.
• Assess the technical feasibility and commercial viability of downstream utilization pathways for gaseous and thermal process streams.
• Work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Commercial teams to convert engineering concepts into deployable, investment-ready projects.
• Develop and evaluate mass and energy balances for industrial processes to support technology selection and process optimization.
• Conduct techno-economic assessments and translate engineering design decisions into commercial and investment implications.
• Track the evolving technology landscape to identify solutions based on technology maturity, technical performance, scalability, and cost competitiveness.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of technology partners through technical screening, due diligence, and RFP management.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support project development, pilot implementation, and scale-up initiatives.
• Provide technical recommendations to support strategic decision-making across new process development initiatives.
• Drive innovative, cost-effective engineering solutions while operating within constrained timelines and resources.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (Process Engineering), or a related engineering discipline.
• 5–7 years of engineering delivery experience, preferably in industrial, energy, or other process-intensive environments.
• Hands-on experience in one or more of the following domains: Gasification, Pyrolysis, Waste-to-Energy, Industrial Gases, Power Generation, Industrial Plant Design or Operations
• Strong understanding of industrial process engineering, including the ability to build and interpret mass and energy balances.
• Experience in techno-economic modelling and evaluating the commercial viability of engineering solutions.
• Exposure to plant operations, commissioning, or site-based engineering is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, structured problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to work independently in an ambiguous environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• frugal, innovative mindset with the ability to deliver practical engineering solutions under resource and time constraints.

What You'll Bring

• Strong commercial acumen alongside sound engineering fundamentals.
• Curiosity to explore emerging technologies and challenge conventional approaches.
• Ability to bridge technical depth with business impact.
• Ownership mindset and willingness to work hands-on from concept evaluation through implementation.
• Passion for building scalable climate and industrial technology solutions.

What We Offer

• Join a small, ambitious, and international team and enjoy the following benefits:
• Competitive salary, stock options, and comprehensive benefits.
• Attractive performance-based incentives in addition to fixed compensation.
• Opportunity to collaborate directly with senior leadership on cutting-edge climate technology projects.
• A key role in shaping the future of a fast-growing climate tech company.
• High ownership with the freedom to lead technology development initiatives from concept to commercialization.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.A collaborative, innovative, and entrepreneurial work environment.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Varaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.