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Fuel Technologist

Fuel Technician

Minimum B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering

Will be updated

The tasks a Technologist, Fuel is expected to perform include:

Analyzing the physical and chemical properties of fuels (solid, liquid and gaseous) in laboratories and plants, and developing improved processes and techniques for optimum utilization of their heating capacity

Undertaking coal surveys in field stations for quantitative and qualitative assessment of fuel resources

Determining washability characteristics, nature and utilization potentialities of different kinds of fuel

Investigating properties of low-grade coals by experiments to determine their suitability for producing domestic and metallurgical coke required for recovery of by-products, like tar, gas etc.

Knowledge of organizing and conducting experimental studies on high-temperature carbonization in relation to optimum utilization of superior coking coal, upgrading inferior coal, blending sub-standard coking coal with prime coking coal, adoption of improved iron and steel melting techniques, etc. for purposes of production of metallurgical coke and conservation of coking coal reserves

Adept at determining briquetting potentialities of fine coal, coke dust and lignites and developing improved methods of briquetting, by experimental studies, for their efficient utilization as domestic fuel

Well-versed with studying coal gasification by conducting tests on by product fuels and inferior coal for evolving improved and purified process of manufacturing domestic and industrial gas

Knowledge of utilizing gas for synthesis of chemicals and oils, undertaking combustion studies Knowledge of determining nature of crude petroleum and related correlation indices for developing processes of upgrading kerosene fractions of crude, producing diesel oil from coal tar fractions and utilizing surplus motor spirit production, etc.

Adept at conducting investigations on recovery and utilization of by-products like gas, tar, bezol and liquor for extraction of industrially useful chemicals and acids, and on conversion coal, coal dust and slacks and other colliery and washery rejects into soil conditioners and organic nitrogenous fertilizers

Well-versed with undertaking fundamental studies in different fields

Knowledge of designing high and low-pressure gas storage and distribution systems, and appliances for utilizing fuel gas, of varying characteristics

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Knowledge of rendering technical assistance to industries and other agencies on problems of fuel

Specialization in particular kind of solid, liquid and gaseous fuel

Good team player

Excellent communication skills

Result-driven

Problem-solving skills

Ability to think analytically

It needs one to be on their toes

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Working hours are 10/12 hours everyday for 5/6 days a week. This may vary from factory to factory

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs
Maybe

The job is considered mildly hazardous or dangerous

Health hazards include exposure to chemicals, carcinogenic, mutagenic and teratogenic substances, high temperatures and thermal stress from melting, drying, burning and ionizing radiation caused by radioactive materials, etc.

Occupational hazards include injuries, slips, cuts, burns, electric shock, musculoskeletal disorders, stress, etc.

For freshers - INR 15,000 to INR 20,000 per month

For candidates with 2-3 years of experience or more - INR 20,000 to INR 25,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Overview of the Chemical and Petrochemical Sector

Global chemical market size was estimated at USD 3.9 trillion in 2013 and is expected to grow at 3-4% per annum over the next 5 years to reach USD 4.7 trillion by 2018. India currently accounts for approximately 3% of the world chemical market. The Indian chemical and petrochemical industry expanded in 2013 despite weakness in key export markets and subdued growth in the domestic market. The Indian chemical and petrochemical industry currently stands at USD 118 billion and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% for the next five years.

The petrochemicals industry is a significant industry for the Indian economy. The growth of this industry is closely linked to economic growth of a country. The Indian petrochemical market has grown at a CAGR of 11% from USD 19.3 billion in FY11 to USD 24 billion in FY13. The demand for basic petrochemicals and end products petrochemicals is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10% to reach 16 MMTPA and 19.5 million tonnes by FY18 respectively. The current per capita consumption of products of chemical industry in India is about 1/10th of the world average. The low per capita consumption across industries and segments and strong growth outlook for the key end use are the key growth drivers for the chemical and petrochemical industry in India.

Chemical and petrochemical industry is a human resource intensive industry and hence employs a large number of people across the world. Currently the industry provides employment to about 1 million people in India. With the growing demand, the manufacture and marketing of chemicals will continue to offer substantial employment opportunities both for skilled and unskilled persons. The industry also generates indirect employment for the chemicals, engineering, packaging and transport industry. With the additional emphasis on exports, there will be new opportunities in logistics and marketing as well. As the industry grows, so will the job opportunities for Technologist, Fuel.

Chemical and petrochemical companies across India

Towns and cities across India