Senior Manager

Job Title Sr. Manager SAF Development

We are looking for

A techno-commercial engineer capable of translating process design into viable SAF project

execution while balancing engineering rigor, commercial viability, and sustainability

compliance.

Role Overview

The role will be responsible for leading the development, evaluation, and execution of

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) projects, including technology assessment, engineering

coordination (Basic Engineering & FEED), techno-commercial evaluation, and strategic industry

engagement. The candidate will play a critical role in positioning the organization within the

global SAF ecosystem.

Key requirements

SAF Project Development - Lead pre-feasibility and feasibility assessment for SAF

project through ETJ route

Engineering Coordination

i) Coordinate Basic Engineering Design (BED), FEED studies, and detailed

engineering reviews.

ii) Interface with EPC contractors, licensors, and technology providers.

iii) Support plant configuration decisions including utilities, hydrogen integration,

and feedstock management

Evaluation & Global Benchmarking

i) Track international developments in SAF mandates, incentives, and offtake

models

ii) Engage with technology licensors, oil marketing companies, airlines, and global

stakeholders.

iii) Support MoUs, NDAs, and strategic collaboration discussions

iv) Understand ASTM certification requirements for SAF. Track ICAO, CORSIA, EU

ReFuelEU Aviation mandates, US IRA incentives, etc. Support compliance

documentation and certification processes. Liaise with regulatory authorities

where required.

Qualifications Required

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering / mechanical engineering OR Master's

degree in Energy / Refining / Process Engineering

7 15 yrs of work experience in Biofuels/ Petrochemicals/ Refining/ Renewable Fuels

Hands-on exposure to FEED, Basic Engineering, or EPC coordination. Process

evaluation or plant design. Familiarity with refinery integration or renewable fuel

retrofits.

Competencies Required

Strong understanding of: Process flow diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams

(P&ID), Mass balances, Hydrogen integration, Utilities configuration, SAF certification pathways