Tech Specialist - Maintenance (E&I) in Chennai, भारत

, India

Job Family Group:

Maintenance, Reliability and Turnarounds

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

October 29, 2026

Business Unit:

Integrated Gas

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What's the role

SEAM organization integrates Safety, Environment & Asset Management activities with a broad geographical footprint that will support Shell's business & assets around the world.

The vision of SEAM is to provide capability across the spectrum of Safety, Environment and Asset Management with:

• Shaping the future ways of working through introducing to the business new technology and news way of working, including e.g., digital, SBO, and real-time, data-driven, end-to-end optimization and risk management, but also global programmes like Human Performance Based Safety Philosophy.
• providing performance feedback driving disciplined execution to deliver reliable, predictable results.
• helping businesses build their improvement plans and provide support to execute them.
• sustaining performance through strong core capabilities (internal, including SBO & contingent) through building expertise and a company-wide consistent approach

The VP TAS will be accountable for maximizing integrated business value across the organization. Technical Asset Support (TAS) is a key enabler for the accelerated delivery of Shell's Asset Management System and will help us to reach our ultimate potential in Downstream Manufacturing, Integrated Gas and Upstream. TAS provides high quality and cost-competitive technical resources who are not physically present at site yet are an integral part of asset teams delivering value through end-to-end AMS work processes.

As a Technical Specialist - Maintenance (E&I Work Planning) , the role is responsible for understanding the complexities of preventive and corrective maintenance planning and developing comprehensive work packs and task lists for field instruments, analyzer instruments, control systems (PLC and DCS), switchgear, battery systems, substation equipment, and HV/LV transmission and distribution assets within the oil & gas, refinery, and petrochemical industries. This involves reviewing OEM operation and maintenance manuals, equipment-specific maintenance procedures, test certificates, maintenance reports, spare parts catalogs, and preventive maintenance strategies to ensure effective work preparation and execution.

The position serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing technical guidance and support to maintenance teams to enhance equipment reliability, optimize maintenance processes, and improve overall performance. Responsibilities include supporting maintenance engineers throughout the entire maintenance lifecycle, from initial response and detailed technical assessment to work prioritization, virtual troubleshooting, risk assessment, stakeholder coordination, QA/QC compliance, documentation, and final job closure. The role acts as the primary point of contact for technical inquiries from TAS Engineers and Asset Partners, helping embed technical expertise and operational knowledge within the organization. In addition, the specialist leads and supports continuous improvement initiatives focused on process design, work preparation, maintenance execution, and reliability enhancement to drive plant technical availability and operational excellence.

What you'll be doing

• Primary responsibility in preparing/developing work plan with comprehensive work packs from Calibration reports, maintenance reports, general task list, equipment specific task lists, spare part list, equipment's drawings, circuit diagrams, P&IDs, instrument logics, cause & effects , Equipment data sheets, operation and maintenance manuals of OEMs etc., for Field Instruments, Analyzer instruments, Control system instruments , electrical switchgear, HV/LV Transformers etc., for various operating units as per Shell Standards.
• Interact and communicate with the site focals/technical authorities for preventive maintenance libraries and maintenance strategy review, maintenance optimization, maintenance scope review and optimizations and understanding the intricacies about how the actual maintenance activities for field instruments have been planned and performed in various Upstream, Down Stream & Integrated Gas Operating Units of Shell.
• Liaise with asset partners in planning, preparing, scheduling, and prioritizing maintenance activities ensuring the required level of equipment integrity, reliability, and safety.
• Provide asset partners with regular reports on performance and results and to be held accountable for area of responsibility.
• Guide the team in creating the Preventive Maintenance (PM) task lists and general task lists based on the maintenance strategy and linking it with maintenance plans and items.
• Taking responsibility in guiding & mentoring the team in preparing/developing comprehensive Workpacks/task lists from maintenance reports, general task list, equipment specific task lists, spare part list, equipments drawings, circuit diagrams, P&IDs, operation, and maintenance manuals of OEMs etc., for equipment of Upstream, Down Stream & Integrated Gas operating units as per Shell Standards.
• Guide and mentor, the teams in writing & reviewing the work instruction of various processes/supports.
• Coach higher order critical thinking, brainstorming and decision-making skills to TAS front line Staff. Assist team leads to embed networking and virtual working skills for the staff.
• Coach and mentor TAS engineers in Upstream, Down Stream & IG equipment - processes and tools. Processes include Preventive maintenance & Corrective maintenance activities, Work packs/Work Preparation etc.
• Partner with the business and participate in various forums. Develop a rapport with and work through the Global Process Owners (GPOs) / PTEs to identify improvement projects. Lead improvement projects Continuous Improvement (CI) and Solution Implementation (SI) projects for maintenance execution. Ensure benefits delivery.

What you bring

• Degree in Engineering in Instrumentation/ Instrumentation & control Engineering / Electronics & Instrumentation.
• Experience in preparing the Corrective maintenance (CM) work instructions, task lists, work packs, work preparation and manpower estimation for PM/CM/major maintenance/overhauling of instruments calibration, installation, stroke checking etc. in various equipment available in oil and gas industry.
• Minimum 10 plus years of hand-on field experience in Field Instrumentation, Corrective Maintenance (CM) work planning, analyzer Instruments, PLCs, DCS and electrical systems and automation systems in Oil & Gas/ Refinery/Petrochemicals/Equivalent Industry and in one or more of following areas: -
• Hands-on experience in Installation & commissioning/operations, maintenance/design, engineering & selection of instruments for heavy rotating equipment's like turbines, engines, compressors, centrifugal pumps, etc., & maintenance of instruments in static equipment like columns, safety valves, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, heaters, boilers, and relevant field instrumentations.
• Experience in Planning and scheduling Major and Minor Plant Turnarounds/Shutdowns, day to day preventive maintenance. Resource allocation and leveling. Manpower planning and allocation. Understanding the safety requirement and Risk Assessment with hands on experience working in planning & scheduling tools viz. MS Projects/PrimaveraP6
• Experience in materials or resources to be ordered, in advance of the work order being issued, such that the scheduler can immediately bring the work order into the schedule without any intervention, Participated and supported ISO/safety-MS audits, as well as other related external audits, as part of Company Safety Control framework and management system.
• Experience in diagnosing the cause of the problem in field instruments, analyzer instruments, control system instruments and determines the scope of activity required to return the equipment back into service by packaging the work to the tasks, disciplines, materials and services to an effective completion, utilizes feedback from past work plan implementation to improve future work plans, Carry out root cause analysis on repeated failures and collaborate with operations and technologist to identify process related degradation/failure mechanism.
• Performed Instrument equipment condition monitoring whenever required & liaise with relevant subject matter experts/specialist/OEM to address any arising issues, problems & concerns.
• Hands on experience in plant maintenance area as an engineering/end user of Maximo EAM / SAP PM Module/ Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)/Document Management System etc.,
• Industrial experience in operations and maintenance/erection & commissioning of instruments with experience in maintenance planning, preparing the maintenance work instructions, task lists, maintenance plans, work, and manpower estimation for major maintenance.
• Knowledge/Proficiency in SAP PM/MM module is highly desirable.
• Experience in leading team/process/projects is highly desirable.
• Knowledge/Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Access etc., is highly desirable.
• Effective communication skills and stakeholder management are necessary skills for the job.
• Professional engineering certification is an added value.
• Virtual working experience is highly desirable.
• Strong aptitude for Learner Mindset
• Flexibility to move quickly across changing priorities and manage multiple Projects/Programmes
• Ability to independently, resourcefully, and creatively research and implement new solutions.
• A good understanding of the Upstream/DS/IG business and how it works.
• Ability to engage and effectively communicate at all levels inside and outside Shell and within different cultural settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to challenge and ability to build internal and external relationships based on trust and to integrate across multiple functions.
• Strong Value delivery/Continuous Improvement mindset.
• Working calendar will be Sunday to Thursday to align with asset.

What we offer

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You'll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You'll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.
• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.
• Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.
• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and
• international teams.
• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.

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Shell in India

Shell is a diversified energy company in India with 13,000 employees, and presence in Integrated Gas, Downstream, Power, Renewable and Upstream. Additionally, we have deep capabilities in R&D, digitalisation, and business operations.

Our global strategy, Powering Progress, is designed to generate value for our shareholders, customers, and the wider society, and focuses on creating more value with less emissions. The strategy supports our purpose of providing more and cleaner energy solutions, with the aim of profitably transforming Shell into a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050. As India moves towards its target of net-zero emissions by 2070, Shell India aims to play a leading role in securing vital energy for today, while investing in, and helping to build, the energy system of the future through strategic investments in the country.

Our Lubricants business serves over 50,000 consumers through a strong network of over 200 distributors, and operates an end-to-end value chain that spans conceptualization, development, and production at a world-class blending plant at Taloja. Through our 350-plus retail stations, we offer an integrated mobility experience including fuels, cafes, and convenience stores, with a prominent network of EV recharging facilities.

Shell owns and operates a LNG re-gasification terminal at Hazira, Surat, with a capacity of 5 MTPA and a LNG truck-loading unit that plays a crucial role in helping meet India's growing demand for gas across sectors. In 2022, Shell acquired Sprng Energy in a $1.55 billion deal to build an integrated energy transition business in the country. Sprng is a leading renewable energy company in India which develops and manages solar, wind, and hybrid power generation facilities and infrastructure.

Our three capability centres across Bangalore and Chennai serve as a technology and innovation powerhouse for Shell globally, working as a delivery engine for core technical, digital, and finance processes: pioneering digital innovation and cutting-edge technologies across the energy sector. We also have strong academic partnerships and collaborations with leading universities and technology institutes to accelerate decarbonization efforts within the energy sector.

We are committed to positively contributing to the communities in which we operate through programmes on STEM Education, Skilling, and Livelihood across India. We nurture and invest in startups developing initiatives focused on accelerating energy innovation through programs such as Shell E4 and Shell Eco-marathon. We also have strategic investments in new energy companies such as Husk Power, https://jobeax.com/link/vFAvBw6C7W8EBKK0, Orb Energy, and Cleantech Solar.

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