IndianOil’s sprawling R&D Centre at Faridabad (within National Capital Region) is one of Asia’s finest Centres and plays a key role in supporting the Corporation’s business interests by developing economical, environment friendly technology solutions. It has won recognition for four decades of pioneering work in lubricants formulations, refinery processes, pipeline transportation and alternative fuels, and holds a rich portfolio of over 1190 patents. The Centre is expanding its research prowess beyond lubricants and refining technologies to new and emerging areas like bio-fuels, nano-technology, battery storage and other horizon technologies. To fuel its future growth, Indian Oil R&D Centre is looking for energetic
and dedicated PhDs for induction level positions and experienced researchers for mid level recruitment as Senior Research Manager/ Chief Research Manager in R&D Centre in various research areas as given in the table below. Applications are invited from bright, energetic and result oriented candidates of Indian Nationality desirous of a career in Research & Development for the following positions at IndianOil R&D Centre:
Indian Oil R&D Centre is looking for energetic and dedicated PhDs for induction level positions and experienced researchers
| Organization Name | Indian Oil Corporation Limited |
| Post Name | PhDs for induction level positions and experienced researchers |
| No.Of Vacancies | 6 |
| Job Location | Research & Development Centre, Faridabad |
| Starting Date | 25-09-2020 |
| Last Date | 23-10-2020 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | Check Here |
A) Mid-Level Recruitment:
| Post/Area | No. of Vacancies |
Qualifications: |
| Post Code: TIC-1 Chief Research Manager (Gr. E) Research Area: Technology Implementation Cel |
1 (1 UR) |
Masters degree in Chemical Engineering and Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering from a recognized University / Institute with minimum 15 years of relevant experience. or Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering from a recognized University / Institute with minimum 18 years of relevant experience.
With minimum 65% marks in graduation as well as in Post- graduation Mandatory Experience: > Leading the team for identification and mitigation of hazards using the various procedures like Hazard Identification (HAZID), Hazard & Operability (HAZOP) |
| Post Code: TIC-2 Senior Research Manager (Gr. D) Research Area: Technology Implementation Cell |
1 (1 UR) |
Masters degree in Chemical Engineering and Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering from a recognized University / Institute with minimum 11 years of relevant experience. or Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering from a recognized University / Institute with minimum 14 years of relevant experience. With minimum 65% marks in graduation as well as in Post- graduation Mandatory Experience: > Minimum 11 years after Masters degree in Chemical Engineering / 14 years of working experience after Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering related to Process Design of grass-root & revamp of units/ Basic Design & Engineering Package (BDEP) Preparation/ Front End Engineering Design (FEED) Engineering/Detail Engineering/ Residual Engineering. > Minimum 07 years of working experience in process licensing companies as principle process engineer for preparation of BDEP/FEED/Detail Engineering/Residual Engineering for Petroleum refining & Petrochemicals industry. > Heat and Material balance calculations, preparation of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), process design basis, cause & effect diagrams, etc. > Design of process equipments like heat exchangers, process vessels, storage tanks, separators, etc. > Carrying out process calculations for overall plant hydraulics including pump hydraulics, line sizing and control valves, etc. > Preparation of process datasheet for equipment and instruments. > Design for overpressure protection of plant equipment and piping including assessment of overpressure scenarios, calculation of relief loads, selection and sizing of safety valves. > Proficient in Process software like Aspen HYSYS/HTRI/Pipenet/AFT/Pipeline Studio/FlareNet. Desirable Experience: > Working experience in reactor internals design for fixed bed and fluidized bed. > Working experience in fixed bed and fluidized bed reactor design. Roles & Responsibilities: > Process simulation using ASPEN HYSYS and other software’s for generating Heat & Material Balance (H&MB), Process Flow Diagram (PFD), Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID), Material Flow Diagram (MFD), stream summary, datasheet of key equipment’s, hydraulic calculation & verification for line sizing, pumps, control valves and compressor loops. > Participation in inspection, pre-commissioning, commissioning & Performance Guarantee Test Run (PGTR). > Participation in detail engineering activities – P&ID review, Hazard Identification (HAZID) study, Hazard & Operability (HAZOP) Study and Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Study, 3D model reviews etc. > Identification of control required, process control diagram, preparation of Cause & Effect diagram, carrying out hazard identification, safety system design, Pressure Safety Valve (PSV) load calculation & sizing, HAZOP and SIL analysis > Design of heat exchangers, heaters, furnaces etc. > Utility balance, catalyst and chemicals requirement Upper Age Limit: 40 Years |
| Post Code: TIC-3 Senior Research Manager (Gr. D) Research Area: Technology Implementation Cell |
1 (1 UR) |
Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering (Fluid & thermal, Design and excluding Manufacturing engineering) and Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering (excluding Automation/ Bio-Medical/ Automobile/ Industrial/ Manufacturing/ Power/ Production Engineering/ Mining Engineering Technology/ Mining & Machinery/ Marine Engineering/ Textile/ Robotics/ Welding etc.) from a recognized University / Institute with minimum 11 years of relevant experience. or Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering (excluding Automation/ Bio-Medical/ Automobile/ Industrial/ Manufacturing/ Power/ Production Engineering/ Mining Engineering Technology/ Mining & Machinery/ Marine Engineering/ Textile/ Robotics/ Welding etc.) from a recognized University / Institute with minimum 14 years of relevant experience. With minimum 65% marks in graduation as well as in Post- graduation Mandatory Experience: > Minimum 11 years after Masters degree in Chemical Engineering / 14 years of working experience after Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering related to design of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks, piping, valves, etc. / Basic Design & Engineering Package (BDEP) Preparation/ Front End Engineering Design (FEED) Engineering/Detail Engineering/Residual Engineering in Petroleum refining & Petrochemicals industry. > Minimum 07 years of working experience in process licensing companies as Mechanical Lead for preparation of BDEP/FEED/Detail Engineering/Residual Engineering for Petroleum refining & Petrochemicals industry. > Strong working knowledge of industry or regulatory codes and standards associated with mechanical design including but not limited to ASME, API, NFPA, TEMA, EN, PED, ASTM, AD-Merkblatt, OISD, etc. > Knowledge on mechanical design criteria and calculations for design of pressure vessels, storage tanks, drums, columns, heat exchangers, etc. according to various codes, insulation & refractory design, etc and preparation of mechanical datasheets. > Knowledge on use of design software such as PV Elite/AutoPipe Vessel / CaesarII / Solidworks / Catia / PRO-E/Creo, etc. > Knowledge / preparation of Piping Material Specification (PMS), Valve Material Specification (VMS), etc. > Knowledge on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of vessels, equipment, nozzles, etc and proficient use of FEA software like ANSYS Mechanical, etc. > Thoroughly conversant with selection of rotary equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines, GT, blowers and fans, etc. Desirable Experience: > Experience in review of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Material Flow Diagram (MFD), mechanical datasheets, reactor general arrangement diagram, etc. > Experience in analysis /assessment of overpressure scenarios of plant equipment/piping, calculation of relief loads, selection and sizing of safety valves, etc. > Carrying out process calculations for overall plant hydraulics including pump hydraulics, line sizing, etc. > Preparation of equipment layouts, piping General Arrangement Drawing (GAD) / isometrics, nozzle orientation, piping supports, etc > Experience in field inspection of mechanical piping and equipment systems. > Experience in troubleshooting of problems associated with mechanical equipments. Roles & Responsibilities: > Development of equipment layout, vessel / column drawings, reactor general arrangement diagram, piping GAD / isometrics, etc. > Preparation of detailed datasheet of mechanical equipment’s including calculations for design of pressure vessels, storage tanks, heat exchangers, etc. according to various codes, insulation & refractory design, etc. > Carrying out hydraulic calculation including pump hydraulics & finalization of line sizing, etc. > Selection of rotary equipment, safety valves, etc. > Preparation of Piping Material Specification (PMS), Valve Material Specification (VMS), etc. > Carrying out stress analysis of critical piping & equipment circuit. > Carrying out finite element analysis of equipment, component, nozzles, etc in FEA software.> Participation in detail engineering activities – Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) review, Hazard Identification (HAZID) study, Hazard & Operability (HAZOP) Study and Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Study, 3D model reviews, etc. > Providing clarifications on Technical Queries to Client, Project Management Consultant (PMC) and Vendors during detail engineering, implementation,commissioning of unit, etc. > Participation in inspection, pre-commissioning & commissioning at site. > Troubleshooting of problems associated with mechanical equipment at site. Upper Age Limit: 40 Years |
| Post Code: IBT-1 Chief Research Manager (Gr. E) Research Area: Industrial Biotechnology |
1 (1 UR) |
Full Time PhD in Biotechnology/Micro-biology/Molecular Biology. With minimum 65% marks in graduation as well as in Post- graduation Brief Job Description: Selected candidate would work in the area of Industrial biotechnology, Bioprocess Development, Bioremediation, Molecular Biology and Enzymology for their application in downstream petroleum industry. Mandatory Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in relevant area after Ph.D for Grade E. The experience should be in Industrial Biotechnology/ Bio-Energy/ Bioprocess/ Bioremediation/ Molecular Biology/ Enzymology. The experience should reflect capabilities for leading research projects. Upper Age Limit: 45 Years |
B) Induction Level Recruitment :
| Post/Area | No. of Vacancies |
Qualifications |
| Post Code: CAT-1 Research Officer (Gr. A) Research Area: Catalyst |
2 (2 UR) |
Full Time Ph.D in the area of heterogeneous catalysis. Candidate should mandatory have PhD research works in synthesis, characterization, and development of heterogenous catalysts. With minimum 65% marks in graduation as well as in Post- graduation Exclusions & Inclusions: Research background in the area of photocatalysis and homogenous catalysis will not be considered. PhD/ Post Doctoral work in synthesis/preparation of lumina/silicaalumina/ zeolitic materials and supported catalyst systems will be preferred. Brief Job Description: Selected candidates would work in the area of synthesis, characterization, and development of catalysts & additives for application in various refinery processes like Fluid Catalytic Cracking, Hydrotreating/ Hydrocracking, Isomerization, Reforming etc., and should be capable of carrying out required independent research, data handling / interpretation and report writing. Upper Age Limit: 32 Years |
Abbreviations: UR- Unreserved
Note: Research work carried out during Ph.D & M.Tech will not be considered as work experience.
* All the Qualifications should have only been obtained through Full Time Regular Course from a recognized University / Institute / Board. Qualifications obtained through distance/Part time mode will not be considered.
# Candidates who have the induction level qualification of PhD OR Graduation OR Post-graduation from a Foreign University must submit a Certificate of Equivalence from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), certifying that their qualification is equivalent to PhD OR Graduation OR Post-Graduation in the corresponding field of an Indian University.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited Recruitment – Selection Process :
Mid Level Recruitment (Senior Research Manager – Gr. D/ Chief Research Manager – Gr. E)
Depending on number of candidates fulfilling all eligibility criteria as mentioned above against each post (based on the scrutiny of applications), candidates would be required to undergo a two-tier (Virtual Interview & Final In-person Interview) or one-tier (Final In-Person Interview). The personal interview / interaction will assess technical Knowledge,
Suitability of Skill sets for the Job, Aptitude and behavioral competencies of the candidates as applicable to the post. Induction Level Posts (Research Officer – Gr. A)
The candidates, found eligible in terms of the advertised criteria applying shall be evaluated in accordance with the specified Screening Methodology. The said Screening Methodology is available for reference on the corporate website along with the advertisement.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited Recruitment – Salary Details :
Selected candidates will be placed in the pay scale mentioned below:
Current pay scale is given below:
| S.No | Position | Grade | Pay Scale (in Rs.) |
| 1 | Chief Research Manager | E | Rs. 100000 – 260000/- |
| 2 | Senior Research Manager | D | Rs. 90000 – 240000/- |
| 3 | Research Officer | A | Rs. 50000 – 160000/- |
In addition, the selected candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA) and other allowances, according to the rules of the Corporation in force, and as amended from time to time. Other allowances /benefits include HRA/subsidized housing accommodation (depending upon place of posting), medical facilities, gratuity, contributory provident fund, employees’ pension scheme, group personal accident insurance scheme, leave encashment, leave travel concession (LTC)/ LFA, contributory superannuation benefit fund scheme, conveyance advance/ maintenance reimbursement, performance related pay (PRP) etc as per rules of the corporation.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited Recruitment – Application Fee:
Candidates need not pay any application fee to Indian Oil, R&D Centre for any post advertised under this advertisement.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited Recruitment – How to Apply:
A) For Mid-Level Posts of Technology Implementation Cell, Industrial Biotechnology:
> Candidates should go through all the necessary information available on the website www.iocl.com (Indian Oil for You > IndianOil for Careers > Latest Job Openings) before filling the application form.
> Candidate must read the advertisement carefully and check their eligibility before proceeding to apply.
> Candidate must have a valid email id and mobile number, both active till completion of the recruitment process. Communications to the candidate will be sent on this email-id.
> Candidates must read the instructions carefully and thereafter fill-in the application form giving accurate information. The candidates will be wholly/ exclusively responsible for the information/ details so filled/ provided by them in their application form.
B) For Induction-Level Posts of Catalyst:
> Candidates should go through all the necessary information available on the website www.iocl.com (Indian Oil for You > IndianOil for Careers > Latest Job Openings) before filling the application form.
> Candidate must have a valid email id and mobile number, both active till completion of the recruitment process. Communications to the candidate will be sent on this email-id.
> Candidate must read the advertisement carefully and check their eligibility before proceeding to apply.
> Candidates must read the instructions carefully and thereafter fill-in the application form giving accurate information. The candidates will be wholly/ exclusively responsible for the information/ details so filled/ provided by them in their application form.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited Recruitment – Important Dates:
| Starting Date of IOCL Recruitment 2020 | 25th September 2020 |
| Last Date of IOCL Recruitment 2020 | 23rd October 2020 |
Indian Oil Corporation Limited Recruitment – Notification Details:
| For IOCL Official Notification | Click Here |
| Application Format for Mid level Posts (Sr. Research Manager/
Chief Research Manager) |
Click Here |
| Application Format for Induction level Posts (Research Officer) | Click Here |
| How to Apply | Click Here |
| Selection Methodology for Induction level Posts (Research Officer) | Click Here |
| Physical Fitness Guidelines of IndianOil | Click Here |
In case of any queries, the candidates can write to Indian Oil at recruitrnd2020@indianoil.in.
It is to be noted that submission of applications under fictitious/ pseudo names/ email ids /cell phone / landline numbers is strictly prohibited. Any candidate resorting to such practices will be liable for suitable action under the provisions of IT Act 2008.
Location Wise Walkin Interviews :
| All India | Bangalore | Bhubaneshwar | Chennai |
| Coimbatore | Delhi | Hyderabad | Kolkata |
| Lucknow | Mumbai | Noida | Pune |
