IIT Kanpur – Project Engineer Recruitment 2026

📢 Introduction

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, Department of Electrical Engineering, has released Advertisement No. P.Rect./R&D/2026/149 inviting applications for the post of Project Engineer in the project entitled “Smart Grid Control Centre”.

🧾 Key Details

  • Position: Project Engineer
  • Number of Posts: 01 (One)
  • Project Title: Smart Grid Control Centre
  • Department: Electrical Engineering, IIT Kanpur
  • Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2026/149
  • Salary: ₹31,600 – 78,400 (with increments)
  • Application Deadline: 31 July 2026

This recruitment is for a temporary position of one year, offering an opportunity to contribute to advanced research and development in smart grid technologies at IIT Kanpur.

🎓 Qualifications & Experience

Required Educational Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years in Python development.
  • Extensive experience with Python/JAVA for building scalable RESTful APIs.
  • Proven expertise with FastAPI or SpringBoot framework for production‑grade APIs.
  • Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Hands‑on experience with containerization tools like Docker & Kubernetes.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
  • Knowledge of cloud deployment environments, preferably AWS or Azure.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience deploying solutions on cloud platforms (AWS / Azure).
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
  • Understanding of microservices architecture.
  • Exposure to Kubernetes or other container orchestrators.

Candidates with strong backend development expertise, cloud deployment knowledge, and microservices experience will be preferred for this role.

🛠️ Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and deploy REST APIs and backend microservices using Python/JAVA.
  • Collaborate regularly with product, front‑end, and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment.
  • Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and resolve performance bottlenecks.
  • Automate deployment pipelines, infrastructure provisioning, and testing workflows.
  • Monitor system health, review logs, and plan capacity enhancements.
  • Document APIs, architecture design, and operational procedures for ongoing support.

The Project Engineer will play a crucial role in backend development, system reliability, and automation within the Smart Grid Control Centre project.

📝 Application Process & Important Dates

  • Candidates must send their application via email to iitkmanpower@gmail.com.
  • The subject line should clearly mention: “Smart Grid Control Centre: Position Applied for …”.
  • The application must include:
    • A detailed resume with qualifications and work experience.
    • Names and contact details of 2 references (not related to the candidate).
  • Last Date to Apply: 31 July 2026.
  • The post is purely temporary and for a duration of 1 year.
  • Short‑listed candidates will be called for an interview over a suitable online conferencing platform.
  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications and experience will not be notified or called for an interview.

Contact Person: Dr. Ankush Sharma, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Kanpur – 208016

Email: iitkmanpower@gmail.com

Candidates are advised to apply before the deadline and ensure that all required documents and references are included in their application.