Project Engineer
Sindhu Central University (mentored by IIT Kanpur): Sindhu Central University, currently mentored by IIT Kanpur, is seeking a Project Engineer for a wind-solar hybrid field installation and an Energy Technology Laboratory. The official IIT Kanpur R&D index lists this vacancy on 27 October 2026 with a 10 November closing date. The older date embedded in the page URL is not used as the original publication date.
- Employer: Sindhu Central University (mentored by IIT Kanpur)
- Location/work mode: Sindhu Central University field laboratory; high-altitude project work; WFH not advertised
- Pay: INR 31,600–2,600–78,400 per month, based on qualification and experience
- Duration: Initially 1 year, extendable; project position currently till 31 March 2029
- Experience/qualification: Relevant ME/MTech, or BE/BTech with at least 2 years relevant experience
- Apply by: 10 November 2026 on official R&D index; notice says 15 days from advertisement
- Reference: P.Rect./R&D/2026/211
Qualification routes
Applicants need ME or MTech in Energy Technology, Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or a related discipline. Alternatively, BE or BTech in the stated disciplines is accepted with at least two years of relevant experience in energy systems, laboratory setup or project execution. The two routes are alternatives; the notice does not require every postgraduate to have the separate two-year undergraduate-route experience condition.
Responsibilities
The engineer will help install and commission a wind-solar hybrid field laboratory in the 100 kW range and oversee sustainable-energy laboratory equipment. Work includes coordinating vendors, researchers and contractors for procurement, integration and operation, as well as supporting systems adapted to high-altitude conditions. Research, testing, data analysis, safety, environmental requirements and project compliance are included.
Desirable skills and work setting
Experience with renewable-energy technologies, remote or high-altitude environments, instrumentation, data logging and system integration is desirable. Data interpretation, organisation, communication, problem-solving and ownership also appear in the description. Remote in this context describes difficult field environments, not work from home. The notice does not advertise a WFH arrangement.
Salary and contract
The published monthly scale is ₹31,600–2,600–78,400, based on qualification and experience. It is a pay scale, not a promise of ₹78,400 to every applicant. The initial contract is one year and may be extended based on performance and project needs. Although the position is currently stated as running till 31 March 2029, that is not an unconditional individual appointment for the whole remaining project period.
Application and selection
Use the Google Form linked from the official advertisement: https://forms.gle/qj7GLYdQj4p9ZBMc9. Its current title and description match Project Engineer and the wind-solar laboratory project, and the form is accepting applications. The official R&D index lists 10 November 2026, while the notice describes the window as 15 days from advertisement; submit early and check the index for updates. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email for an online interview or an interview at IIT Kanpur. No TA or DA is payable.
Official application
Open the official advertisement below and follow its linked Google Form. Prepare accurate educational marks, disciplines, contact information and relevant experience details. Review any upload requirements directly on the form; Jobsii does not collect your application.
Read the official Sindhu Central University (mentored by IIT Kanpur) notice and apply
