Hatchery Device Engineer

Job Description

Role Summary

We are seeking a Hatchery Engineer to join our poultry vaccination services team, based at [Location Nagpur / Central Part of India (MP / CG)] . The ideal candidate will be a science / engineering graduate with hands-on experience in hatchery operations, poultry vaccination, or animal health equipment.

This role is critical to ensuring smooth functioning of automated vaccination devices, maintaining high vaccination quality standards, and supporting hatchery operations with technical expertise. The candidate will also work closely with customers and internal teams to provide technical support, training, and troubleshooting.

Role Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities critical to the performance of the role include

• Vaccination Services
• Support poultry vaccination operations (subcutaneous, spray vaccination, etc.) in commercial hatcheries.
• Ensure compliance with company vaccination protocols, biosecurity standards, and customer guidelines.
• Monitor vaccination quality and report deviations with corrective action plans.
• Equipment Handling & Maintenance
• Install, calibrate, and maintain vaccination equipment (subcutaneous injectors, spray cabinets, etc.).
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and on-site repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain equipment records, spare parts inventory, and service documentation.
• Training & Customer Support
• Provide hands-on training to hatchery staff on correct vaccination techniques, biosecurity practices, and equipment handling.
• Conduct field visits to monitor device performance and collect customer feedback.
• Support Customers and Hatcheries in delivering consistent vaccination services.
• Compliance & Reporting
• Adhere to company compliance, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Prepare service reports, field visit documentation, and technical feedback for management.
• Coordinate with customers and internal team for timely device installation and service support.

Qualifications & Experience

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Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

VISA Sponsorship

Travel Requirements

Flexible Work Arrangements

Remote

Shift

Valid Driving License

Hazardous Material(s)

Required Skills

Account Management, Account Management, Adaptability, Animal Health Care, Data Analysis, Engineering Technology, Environmental Impact Statements, Equipment Maintenance, Inbound Phone Sales, Lead Generation, Managing Sales Teams, Market Analytics, Mechatronics, Microsoft Office Support, Microsoft PowerPoint, Mining Machinery, Office Tools, Operation Maintenance, Product Knowledge, Project Documentation, Sales Forecasting, Sales Pipeline Management, Sales Reporting, Sales Strategy Development, Software Office + 2 more

Preferred Skills

Job Posting End Date

10 / 31 / 2025

Requisition ID R363126

Skills Required

Preventive Maintenance, Troubleshooting