We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead CSTEP's work on industrial decarbonisation. As a Group Head, you will be responsible for a team that would be assessing and evaluating interventions to reduce GHG emissions in large industries as well as MSMEs. Responsibilities Research Identify and prioritise GHG mitigation interventions (technical, economic, and policy) across Indian industries with a focus on MSMEs. Formulate research goals and pathways for the Industrial Decarbonisation team in the chosen priorities. Generate ideas and establish cross-sectoral interdisciplinary research projects, programmes, and themes. Undertake high-quality research and author reports, policy briefs, journal papers, and presentations. Develop strategies to align with the organisation’s vision/mission. Engagement Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders among the technology-, research-, and policy-oriented communities. Represent the organisation at conferences, workshops, and other events. Qualifications Master's or higher degree in a relevant field, such as technology, science, engineering, or public policy. A BEE-certified energy auditor would be preferred. Experience More than 10 years of experience working in the field of industrial decarbonisation. Proven expertise in working across sectors and disciplines, and in leading teams. Skill Set Deep understanding of industrial decarbonisation technologies and their associated techno-economics. Diversified exposure across industries, especially MSMEs. Technical knowledge of energy efficiency (EE), emissions accounting in industries, EE measures and interventions, and industrial processes. Functional knowledge of carbon markets (both domestic and international). Sound understanding of cluster-based approach for MSME decarbonisation, with knowledge of cluster design and resource sharing. Proven track record of publishing research reports, articles, or other scholarly work and presenting them at conferences. Strong network of contacts in the technology, research, and policy communities of industrial decarbonisation. Proven track record of managing teams and energy managers/auditors and overseeing energy audits. Strong critical thinking skills. Date of Joining Within one month of selection. Immediate joining preferred. Location Delhi or Bengaluru How to apply Please send an email to careers@cstep.in with the subject 'Application: Group Head (Industrial Decarbonisation)' with a copy of your updated CV and a cover letter.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join us as the Project and Engagement Coordinator. The role involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, spearheading initiatives, conducting market research, and identifying opportunities to develop synergies that align with our mission. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact for ongoing projects and engagements. Collaborate with internal teams, principal investigators, and sector heads to monitor project progress, conduct reviews, and provide updates. Facilitate cross-sectoral initiatives and collaboration by initiating discussions within the organisation. Identify and address gaps in project milestones, promptly reporting them to the management. Manage administrative tasks that include maintaining project status trackers and organising internal meetings to drive meaningful outcomes. Act as a knowledge partner, identifying new opportunities and representing CSTEP at research forums. Qualifications A Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, management, or science-related fields. Experience A minimum of 8 years of experience, with at least 3 years in project coordination and engagement within the scientific community (preferably in non-profit organisations, think tanks, research institutes, or academia). Skills Proven experience in project coordination with regard to scientific research and outreach. Experience in the education sector is preferred. Proficiency in utilising software tools like MS Office or dashboards to track project updates. Understanding of project-fund allocation and accounting procedures would be an advantage. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral. Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and adapt. Open to travel as required for capacity-building activities. Location Bengaluru How to apply Please send an email to [email protected] with the subject "Application: Project and Engagement Coordinator” and attach a copy of your updated CV, as well as a cover letter.

The Consultant will work within the Air Quality Policy and Outreach team within the Air Quality sector, providing support for NCAP-related activities. The role involves regular coordination with Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) officers in Patiala to facilitate effective implementation and stakeholder engagement. Responsibilities Conduct action-oriented research, including stakeholder mapping, engagement, and policy analysis. Design and develop training modules to support capacity-building initiatives. Liaise regularly with CSTEP and PPCB officers to ensure smooth coordination. Collaborate with the group head to develop context-specific air quality indicators relevant to Indian regulatory frameworks. Plan and facilitate capacity-building sessions to enable the effective use and monitoring of air quality indicators by regulators, policymakers, and civil society organisations. Support the PPCB Chairperson in drafting action plans, concept notes, and implementation strategies. Undertake field visits to NCAP cities in Punjab and provide actionable recommendations. Conduct quality checks on all NCAP-related documentation and assist in maintaining and updating the PRANA portal. Qualifications Master’s degree in science, public policy, or engineering from a recognised university, with a minimum aggregate of 60%. Experience Master’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience. Prior experience in engaging with government stakeholders is preferred. Skill Set Strong knowledge of India’s air quality management landscape, including NCAP, city action plans, 15th Finance Commission report, and related policy frameworks. Experience in developing monitoring and evaluation (MEL) frameworks for policy implementation. Familiarity with mitigation technologies and demonstrated experience in cost analysis. Proficiency in financial modelling and techno-economic assessments is an added advantage. Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi; working proficiency in Punjabi/Gurmukhi is desirable. The candidate should at least be able to understand basic Punjabi. Hands-on experience with data analysis and programming tools such as Python, R, or other relevant languages is desirable. Location Patiala, Punjab Duration 8 months How to apply Please send an email to careers@cstep.in with the subject 'Application: Consultant - Air Quality Policy and Outreach' and attach a copy of your updated CV, as well as a cover letter.

The Consultant will work within the Air Quality Policy and Outreach team within the Air Quality sector, providing support for NCAP-related activities. The role involves regular coordination with Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) officers in Patiala to facilitate effective implementation and stakeholder engagement. Responsibilities Conduct action-oriented research, including stakeholder mapping, engagement, and policy analysis. Design and develop training modules to support capacity-building initiatives. Liaise regularly with CSTEP and PPCB officers to ensure smooth coordination. Collaborate with the group head to develop context-specific air quality indicators relevant to Indian regulatory frameworks. Plan and facilitate capacity-building sessions to enable the effective use and monitoring of air quality indicators by regulators, policymakers, and civil society organisations. Support the PPCB Chairperson in drafting action plans, concept notes, and implementation strategies. Undertake field visits to NCAP cities in Punjab and provide actionable recommendations. Conduct quality checks on all NCAP-related documentation and assist in maintaining and updating the PRANA portal. Qualifications Master’s degree in science, public policy, or engineering from a recognised university, with a minimum aggregate of 60%. Experience Master’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience. Prior experience in engaging with government stakeholders is preferred. Skill Set Strong knowledge of India’s air quality management landscape, including NCAP, city action plans, 15th Finance Commission report, and related policy frameworks. Experience in developing monitoring and evaluation (MEL) frameworks for policy implementation. Familiarity with mitigation technologies and demonstrated experience in cost analysis. Proficiency in financial modelling and techno-economic assessments is an added advantage. Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi; working proficiency in Punjabi/Gurmukhi is desirable. The candidate should at least be able to understand basic Punjabi. Hands-on experience with data analysis and programming tools such as Python, R, or other relevant languages is desirable. Location Patiala, Punjab Duration 8 months How to apply Please send an email to careers@cstep.in with the subject 'Application: Consultant - Air Quality Policy and Outreach' and attach a copy of your updated CV, as well as a cover letter.

We are looking for a passionate Web Developer who is eager to learn and blend the art of design with strong software development skills to build web applications and tools within the AI and Digital Platforms group. This group is at the forefront of driving digital transformation to support the clean energy transition, improve air quality, and help build a secure and sustainable society. The role involves translating UI/UX wireframes into responsive, efficient code that brings visual elements of the application to life. Collaboration with other developers will be essential, along with contributing to both the design and functionality of the application, developing APIs, and integrating with databases. A strong commitment to problem-solving and delivering high-quality products is essential. Responsibilities Determine the structure and design of web pages and develop, test, and maintain software applications using Angular.js Build reusable code and libraries for future use Optimise applications for maximum speed and scalability Ensure web designs are responsive and mobile-optimised Identify and fix bugs; continuously improve application performance Provide support to team members across various projects as needed Qualifications BE/BTech/MCA Experience 1 years of web development experience, ranging from rapid prototyping to building production-ready application by applying key design principles Skill Set Working knowledge of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, map libraries (e.g., Leaflet), and API integration Good understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks such as Angular Basic familiarity with version control systems in GitHub Ability to apply best practices in design principles related to UX, usability, reliability, and performance Location Bengaluru How to apply Please send an email to careers@cstep.in with the subject 'Application: Web App Developer - AI and Digital Platforms' and attach a copy of your updated CV, as well as a cover letter.

We are seeking a passionate Full-Stack Web Developer who can blend design and software development skills to create web applications and tools in the AI and Digital Platforms sector. Our team is at the forefront of digital transformation for India's clean energy transition, striving for a cleaner, sustainable future with clean air for all. Your role will involve translating UI/UX design wireframes into responsive, high-performance code, developing APIs for seamless functionality, and collaborating with fellow developers to shape visual design and functional architecture. A strong dedication to problem-solving and delivering top-notch, user-centric products is crucial. Your responsibilities will include determining web page structure and design, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications using Angular.js and Spring Hibernate, creating high-quality mockups and prototypes, building reusable code and libraries, balancing functionality with aesthetic design, optimizing applications for speed and scalability, collaborating with web designers to enhance usability, ensuring responsive and mobile-optimized web designs, identifying and fixing bugs, improving application performance, writing functional requirement documents and user guides, maintaining graphic standards, ensuring brand consistency, and supporting team members across various projects. Qualifications: - BE/BTech/MCA Experience: - 3-5 years of web development experience, covering rapid prototyping to building production-ready applications with key design principles Skill Sets: - Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, Leaflet (or other interactive map libraries), and API integration - Strong client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks skills, especially Angular - Solid back-end development expertise using Spring Hibernate - Experience with relational database management systems like PostgreSQL - Familiarity with version control systems such as GitHub - Excellent understanding of layout aesthetics and responsive design - Ability to apply best practices in design principles related to UX, usability, reliability, and performance - Strong problem-solving, time management, interpersonal, and communication skills - Knowledge of unit testing frameworks Location: - Bengaluru To apply, please send an email to careers@cstep.in with the subject "Application: Full-Stack Web Developer - AI and Digital Platforms" and attach your updated CV and a cover letter.,