Techno-Production Engineer-Soft Sealing Solution

Production & Process Engineering

•         Manage and optimise production of braided gland packings across constructions: PTFE, graphite, aramid, carbon, and hybrid types.

•         Own process control for graphite seal manufacturing, graphite gasket fabrication, pressure seal gaskets, and soft sealing products.

•         Define and control braiding parameters, yarn selection, impregnation, lubrication, and finishing processes for braided packings.

•         Ensure consistency in density, cross-section, lubrication levels, and dimensional tolerances across all product families.

•         Support tooling, braiding machine setup, die selection, and process optimisation for graphite and gasket lines.

Application Engineering & Product Knowledge

•         Evaluate product performance based on pressure, temperature, speed, and media compatibility across the full soft sealing range.

•         Support application selection for valve stem sealing, pump shaft sealing, rotary/reciprocating equipment, and flange sealing applications.

•         Build and maintain a product–application knowledge base: map product variants (braided packings, graphite seals, graphite gaskets, pressure seal gaskets, soft sealings) to customer applications, end-use industries, and performance requirements.

•         Provide technical inputs to Sales on product feasibility, material selection, and application suitability for customer enquiries.

•         Support go-to-market efforts by translating production capability into commercially relevant product specifications and datasheets.

Testing, Quality & Standards Compliance

•         Support internal and third-party testing including fugitive emission testing (API 622, API 624, ISO 15848), endurance testing, and performance validation.

•         Maintain awareness of and compliance with updated testing standards applicable to sealing products (ASTM, IS, EN, DIN) as per current industry norms.

•         Ensure test reports, material certifications, and quality documentation align with customer and export market expectations.

•         Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for internal defects and customer complaints.

•         Maintain technical documentation, specifications, work instructions, and control plans.

•         Support internal audits, customer audits, and qualification programs.

Process Optimisation & Continuous Improvement

•         Identify and implement improvements to reduce cycle time, scrap, and rework across braiding, graphite processing, and gasket fabrication lines.

•         Support tooling optimisation, die design feedback, and machining allowance standardisation across product families.

•         Implement best practices for material handling, yarn preparation, impregnation, lubrication, and finishing operations.

•         Drive capacity planning and productivity improvement initiatives.

•         Troubleshoot field issues including leakage, wear, extrusion, shaft/stem damage, and premature failure across all soft sealing product types.

Cross-Functional & Customer Coordination

•         Work closely with Sales, Production, Quality, and R&D teams for product approvals and issue resolution.

•         Provide technical inputs during customer discussions, trials, and audits.

•         Support new product development, cost reduction, and performance improvement initiatives.

•         Participate in customer technical discussions and support customer visits and audits.

Digital & AI-Enabled Working

•         Use AI tools for test data analysis, documentation drafting, root cause brainstorming, and productivity tracking.

•         Leverage Excel, ERP, and digital dashboards for production reporting and analysis.

•         Continuously upgrade skills in digital manufacturing and AI-based productivity tools.

Technical Qualifications (Must-Have)

•          E xperience in braided gland packing manufacturing, application engineering, or soft sealing product manufacturing.

•         Strong understanding of braiding constructions, yarn types (PTFE, graphite, aramid, carbon), lubricants, inhibitors, and performance trade-offs.

•         Working knowledge of graphite seal manufacturing, graphite gasket fabrication, pressure seal gaskets, and soft sealing products.

•         Familiarity with valve and pump sealing applications and the performance demands of critical industrial environments.

•         Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, process specifications, and quality standards.

Product & Market Knowledge (Highly Valued)

•         Understanding of soft sealing product applications across industries: oil & gas, chemical processing, power generation, pharma, water treatment, pulp & paper.

•         Ability to connect product specifications to customer requirements and end-use performance needs across braided packings, graphite seals, graphite gaskets, pressure seal gaskets, and soft sealings.

•         Awareness of competitive product landscape and industry-standard offerings in the sealing solutions space.

•         Exposure to low-emission / fugitive emission sealing solutions and qualification programs (API 622, API 624, ISO 15848).

Added Benefit

•         Knowledge of updated testing standards as per industry for sealing products—ASTM, IS, EN, DIN, and relevant ISO test methods. Familiarity with how these standards apply to product qualification, customer approvals, and export documentation.

Education

•         Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Polymer, or Materials Engineering, or equivalent technical background .

Essential Qualities

•          A techno-production thinker—you understand both how sealing products are made and which applications they serve. You see the connection between the shop floor and the customer.

•         Clear verbal and written communication skills. Ability to explain technical concepts to sales teams and customers.

•         Analytical, detail-oriented, and problem-solving mindset with a focus on root cause and prevention.

•         Comfortable working on the shop floor and in test environments.

•         Comfort with digital tools—Excel, ERP/MRP systems, and basic AI tools for analysis and documentation.

•         The chance to build soft sealing manufacturing capability across braided packings, graphite seals, graphite gaskets, pressure seal gaskets, and soft sealings in a company investing heavily in modernisation.

•         Exposure to critical sealing technologies for demanding industrial applications—valves, pumps, chemical processing, oil & gas, and power.

•         Access to advanced testing, qualification programs, and customer-driven development.

•         A technically driven environment where your expertise will directly shape processes and products.

•         Competitive compensation aligned with experience and performance.

•         Career growth into process engineering, technical leadership, product management, and R&D roles.

 

•          Kolkata, West Bengal. 

    

•       This is a full-time, on-site role. No remote or hybrid options.