We are seeking a Senior Associate with expertise in technical, analytical, and project implementation aspects of hard-to-abate industrial sectors and/or MSMEs, with a focus on reducing GHG and energy intensity. The role includes advancing circular economy solutions, clean fuel adoption, and the transition to renewable or electric-based thermal systems, along with performance analysis and techno-economic assessment of low-carbon pathways. The ideal candidate will have experience in modelling, research, and project execution, and will contribute to research, policy inputs, and stakeholder engagement while independently managing assignments, mentoring junior team members, and delivering high-quality outputs aligned with organisational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to research on low-carbon and clean technology pathways for decarbonising energy-intensive and MSME-based industries in India.
• Conduct techno-economic and performance assessments of clean technology solutions for industrial processes in hard-to-abate sectors, including those under the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS).
• Develop concept notes and methodologies for offset mechanisms within the Indian and global carbon markets, including innovative ideas under IDC.   
• Conduct detailed IN&OUT mapping of Industrial sectors (prepare the profile for product-mix, energy & emission, fuel mix, technology, stakeholders, contribution to country’s economy, including the country’s NDC commitment if any, Decarbonisation roadmap, etc.) for ODA¹ countries in Asia and Africa continents, through source-driven desk-based research.
• Lead and contribute to advanced research on near-, mid-, and long-term decarbonisation measures, such as CCUS/CCS, hydrogen, electrification, circular economy and recycling, and alternative fuels and feedstocks, across industrial sectors, including innovative financial models.
• Develop research reports, policy briefs, journal papers, and technical publications for reputed national and international platforms.
• Contribute to proposals, concept notes, and new project ideas aligned with emerging decarbonisation trends and national priorities.
• Engage with government agencies, industrial associations, research institutions, and industry stakeholders for data collection, validation, and dissemination of findings.
• Support capacity-building initiatives, training programmes, and technical workshops for sector stakeholders.
• Mentor team members in research methodologies, modelling approaches, and technical writing.
• Stay updated on global advancements in industrial process technologies and utilities, with a focus on green initiatives in hard-to-abate sectors and emerging applications.

(1 ODA [Official Development Assistant] Countries as defined and classified by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development [OECD] to promote economic development in developing nations]

Qualifications

Master’s degree or equivalent in chemical, petrochemical, or biochemical engineering; industrial chemistry; materials science; metallurgical, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering; or a related field.

Skills and Experience

• Strong academic and research background, with publications in reputed journals or conferences.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in industrial decarbonisation across hard-to-abate sectors and/or MSMEs.
• Experience in mapping and techno-commercial assessment of low-carbon or clean technology pathways.
• Good understanding of industrial processes and associated energy and emission reduction measures.
• Knowledge of the Indian carbon market (CCTS) and/or global mechanisms (e.g. CDM, Gold Standard, Verra), as well as climate policies such as EU CBAM and NDCs.
• Familiarity with industrial energy and emission norms, compliance requirements, and sustainability reporting.
• Experience in developing high-quality research papers and technical reports.
• Exposure to stakeholder engagement, training delivery, or collaboration with government/academic institutions (preferred).
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and generate insights.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Tableau; knowledge of Python, R, or SAS is an advantage for developing economic models.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork, stakeholder consultations, and project activities.

We are seeking an Intern to support secondary research on energy-intensive industrial sectors, with a focus on industrial decarbonisation. The role involves data collection and analysis, techno-commercial assessment of clean and emerging technologies, evaluation of manufacturing processes for energy and GHG reduction opportunities, and review of policy frameworks, compliance standards, and gaps. The Intern will also contribute to sector-level energy and emission benchmarking, analysis of India’s industrial energy/emission profile, and identification of short-, mid-, and long-term decarbonisation strategies aligned with national commitments. The role may include field surveys, stakeholder interactions, and coordination with project teams to support timely deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Conduct source-driven secondary research on large energy-intensive and MSME sectors in India, aligned with the role overview.
• Engage with industrial stakeholders, sectoral OEMs, and other relevant entities to collect data and gain insights.
• Record and organise data in structured MS Excel formats.
• Ensure completeness, consistency, and quality of collected data.
• Assist with data cleaning, validation, and documentation.
• Support the project team’s reporting and deliverable requirements.

Qualifications

Final-year students or recent graduates with a bachelor’s or master’s degree (or equivalent) in chemical, petrochemical, or biochemical engineering; industrial chemistry; materials science; metallurgical or electrical engineering; or a related field.

Skills and Experience

• Internship or short-term experience in chemical plants, refineries, pharmaceuticals, or related sectors, including associated energy systems (preferred).
• Familiarity with environmental compliance, sustainability practices, or energy efficiency initiatives.
• Basic understanding of GHG accounting, energy audits, or environmental impact assessments.
• Knowledge of mass transfer, heat transfer, reaction engineering, and process design.
• Willingness to undertake technical and policy research in energy-intensive industrial sectors.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Tableau; knowledge of Python, R, or SAS is an advantage for developing economic models.
• Ability to assess industrial operations and identify innovative solutions and approaches.
• Strong teamwork and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.

Duration

3–6 months (extendable based on performance and project requirements)