About the Opportunity
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar invites applications for one BEE Certified Energy Manager position for the Kotak-IITM Save Energy Mission (KISEM). The project aims to conduct energy assessments for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), improve their energy efficiency and reduce their overall carbon footprints.
The KISEM project team includes four professors from different domains, a BEE Certified Energy Auditor and Energy Assessment Engineers. The selected candidate will contribute to energy assessments and support industries in implementing energy conservation measures.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the activities of the complete assessment team and liaise with the Hub Head.
- Identify potential customers in the designated region or as directed by the Hub Head.
- Ensure timely fulfilment of commitments made to customers during pre- and post-energy assessment periods.
- Report to the Hub as per the requirements.
Eligibility and Preferred Qualifications
Applicants must be BEE Certified Energy Managers and should meet either of the following preferred qualification routes stated in the advertisement:
- Postgraduate route: BEE Certified Energy Manager with ME/M.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Energy or Instrumentation. Candidates must have at least 60% marks or 6.0 CGPA in their bachelor's programme. For SC/ST candidates, the requirement is at least 55% marks or 5.5 CGPA.
- PhD route: BEE Certified Energy Manager with a PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or another allied engineering discipline. Candidates must have at least 60% marks or 6.0 CGPA in both bachelor's and master's programmes. For SC/ST candidates, the requirement is at least 55% marks or 5.5 CGPA.
Preferred experience: 3–6 years for postgraduate candidates and 0–3 years for PhD candidates in the relevant field.
Salary and Position Duration
- Monthly salary: ₹82,500 (consolidated).
- Duration: One year, extendable later.
- Number of positions: One.
Selection Process
Selected candidates will be called for an online interview. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview details one week before the finalized date. The advertisement does not specify a written examination or any additional selection stage.
Documents Required
Applicants must send the following documents together in a single PDF file:
- A one-page cover letter describing the applicant's background and how it will help them pursue this project.
- The application form with the details requested in Appendix 1 of the advertisement.
- Soft copies of all degree certificates.
Appendix 1 requests personal and correspondence details, academic qualifications, work experience, professional recognition, awards, prizes, certificates or fellowships, along with the applicant's declaration and signature.
How to Apply
Email the complete application as a single PDF file to Dr. Manigandan at mani@iitrpr.ac.in. The application must be submitted on or before 15 November 2026.
Applicants should read the complete advertisement and its Appendix 1 carefully, prepare all three required components and send them together in one PDF file before the deadline.
Job Location
Department of Chemical Engineering, Nangal Road, Transit Campus, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Rupnagar, Punjab – 140001.