Engineer - Mechanical_Erection & Commissioning

Astrobase Space Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; Bengaluru; Remote; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrоbase Space Technologies Pvt. Ltd. in Bengaluru seeks an Engineer/Senior Engineer to lead mechanical erection, testing and commissioning of cryogenic facilities, pressure vessels, and piping systems.

You will coordinate with design teams, manage contractors on site, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The role requires 4+ years in mechanical erection and commissioning, travel to project sites, and a strong ability to read drawings and installation procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical erection, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Hands-on experience with pressure vessels, cryogenic systems, piping networks, industrial plants, aerospace facilities, LNG, oil & gas, or process industries.
• Ability to manage contractors and site execution independently.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, installation procedures, and commissioning documentation.
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay at project sites during erection and commissioning phases.

Responsibilities

• Execute installation and erection for pressure vessels, cryogenic systems, station piping, utility systems, and mechanical equipment.
• Ensure all site activities follow drawings, specifications, procedures, and engineering requirements.
• Coordinate construction interfaces and support timely completion of mechanical installations.
• Verify equipment positioning, alignment, levelling, supports, and mechanical integrity prior to testing.
• Manage contractors, subcontractors, and workforce for erection activities; monitor progress.
• Plan and coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for mechanical systems.
• Ensure systems meet safety, operational, and performance requirements before handover.

Skills

Mechanical installation

Cryogenic systems

Pressure vessels

Site execution

Quality & safety

Technical coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Engineer - Mechanical\\_Erection & CommissioningTestingBengaluru2 - 4 yearsApply nowABOUT ASTROBASE SPACE TECHNOLOGIESAstrobase is a pioneering spacetech startup founded by prominent Senior ISROscientists and IIT Bombay alumni with over 20 years of experience in designing,manufacturing, testing and flying advanced Cryogenic Launch Vehicles. Driven by avision to make India a Space tech powerhouse, we are developing innovative launchvehicles that will transform space exploration. At Astrobase, you’ll be part of a teamcreating history in the Indian space industry. Our goal is to become the first privatespace company from India to land on the moon economically.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Engineer / Senior Engineer – Mechanical (Erection & Commissioning) will beresponsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, and handover ofmechanical systems associated with cryogenic facilities, pressure vessels, stationpiping, fluid handling systems, utility systems, and associated infrastructuresupporting test facilities and launch complexes.The role serves as the primary link between the Design & Engineering Departmentand site execution teams, ensuring all mechanical systems are installed andcommissioned in accordance with approved engineering documents, qualitystandards, safety requirements, and project schedules.Based at the Head Office, the incumbent will travel and stay at project sites duringerection, testing, and commissioning phases to lead execution activities, managecontractors, supervise workforce deployment, and support operational readiness.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Mechanical Erection & Installation• Execute installation and erection activities for pressure vessels, cryogenicsystems, station piping, utility systems, support structures, valves, andmechanical equipment.• Ensure all site activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings,specifications, procedures, and engineering requirements.• Coordinate construction interfaces and support timely completion of mechanicalinstallations.• Verify equipment positioning, alignment, levelling, supports, and mechanicalintegrity prior to testing.2. Site Execution & Contractor Management• Manage contractors, subcontractors, and contract workforce engaged inmechanical erection activities if any.• Monitor manpower deployment, productivity, workmanship, and daily progress.• Coordinate material availability, tools, equipment, and construction resourcesrequired for site activities.• Conduct regular progress reviews and ensure adherence to project schedules.• Support verification of contractor progress claims and work completion records.3. Testing & Commissioning• Plan and coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities formechanical systems.• Participate in pressure testing, leak testing, flushing, purging, drying,functional testing, and system validation activities.• Ensure systems meet design, safety, operational, and performancerequirements before handover.• Coordinate punch-point identification, closeout activities, and finalacceptance inspections.• Support preparation of commissioning records and operational readinessdocumentation.4. Engineering Coordination• Review mechanical drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment layouts,specifications, and installation procedures.• Coordinate with Design & Engineering teams to resolve site-relatedtechnical issues.• Support implementation of approved engineering changes and fieldmodifications.• Provide constructability and installation feedback for continuousimprovement.5. Quality Assurance & Safety• Ensure installation activities comply with approved quality plans, inspectionrequirements, and project specifications.• Review material certifications, inspection reports, test records, and qualitydocumentation.• Coordinate inspections with quality teams, consultants, vendors, and clientrepresentatives.• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, permits, work instructions, andstatutory requirements.• Promote a strong culture of safety and quality across all site activities.6. Technical Expertise• Mechanical Equipment Installation• Pressure Vessel Erection• Cryogenic System Installation• Station & Process Piping• Utility Systems• Mechanical Alignment & Fit-Up• Hydrostatic & Pneumatic Testing• Leak Testing & System Validation• Pre-commissioning & Commissioning• Contractor Management• Site Engineering Coordination• Quality Inspections & Documentation• Safety ComplianceSoftware Proficiency• Microsoft Office SuitePURPOSE OF THE ROLETo execute, test, and commission mechanical systems by effectivelymanaging contractors, resources, installation activities, and site coordinationwhile ensuring compliance with engineering requirements, quality standards,safety procedures, and project schedules.DESIRED QUALIFICATION• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.• Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical erection, installation, testing, andcommissioning activities.• Hands-on experience with pressure vessels, cryogenic systems, pipingnetworks, industrial plants, aerospace facilities, LNG, oil & gas, or processindustries.• Ability to manage contractors and site execution activities independently.• Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, installation procedures, andcommissioning documentation.• Strong problem-solving, coordination, communication, and reporting skills.• Willingness to travel extensively and stay at project sites during erection andcommissioning phases.WHY WORK WITH US?At Astrobase, we believe in the power of human ingenuity and collaboration topush the boundaries of space exploration. As a team member, you’ll be:1. Creating History: Join us in developing cutting-edge launch vehicles,playing a pivotal role in transforming space access and shaping the futureof space exploration.2. Collaborating with Experts: Work alongside ISRO scientists and industryveterans with decades of experience in designing India’s iconic spacemissions like Chandrayaan 33. Growth Opportunities: As Astrobase scales, you’ll have the chance totake on leadership roles and be part of an expanding organization drivingchange in the Indian space sector.4. Pioneering Space Technology: Your contributions will not only impactAstrobase but also influence the global space ecosystem. Be part ofsomething larger than yourself.