Mechanical Erection Engineer

MEL Systems And Services; Chennai District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

MEL Systems And Services is seeking a Mechanical Erection Engineer to lead installation, alignment and commissioning of SPMs, industrial automation equipment, and weighing and batching systems at customer sites.

You will read GA and fabrication drawings, install machine frames, conveyors, gearboxes, motors and drive systems, and support FAT/SAT activities while ensuring safety and quality standards across projects.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mechanical erection and equipment installation.
• Industrial Automation / SPM Projects experience.
• Weighing & Batching Systems experience.
• Conveyor & Material Handling Systems experience.
• Machine Assembly & Alignment experience.
• Servo Motor Mounting & Mechanical Integration.
• Pneumatic System Assembly.
• Reading Mechanical & Fabrication Drawings.
• Rigging, Lifting, and Site Installation Practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute the mechanical erection, installation, and assembly of Special Purpose Machines (SPMs), Industrial Automation equipment, and Weighing & Batching Systems.

Skills

Mechanical erection

Equipment installation

Industrial automation

SPM projects

Weighing systems

Conveyor systems

Machine alignment

Pneumatic systems

Reading drawings

Rigging

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Mechanical Erection Engineer with hands-on experience in Industrial Automation, Special Purpose Machines (SPMs), and Weighing & Batching Systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, assembly, alignment, and commissioning support of mechanical systems at customer sites, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the mechanical erection, installation, and assembly of Special Purpose Machines (SPMs), Industrial Automation equipment, and Weighing & Batching Systems.
• Read and interpret General Arrangement (GA) Drawings, Assembly Drawings, Fabrication Drawings, and Layout Drawings.
• Install and align machine frames, conveyors, gearboxes, motors, servo motors, bearings, shafts, and mechanical drive systems.
• Assemble and install pneumatic components, linear guides, ball screws, cylinders, hoppers, mixers, feeders, conveyors, and structural assemblies.
• Support the installation of load cells, weighing systems, batching equipment, and material handling systems.
• Coordinate with Mechanical Design, Electrical, PLC, and Project Engineering teams during installation and commissioning.
• Conduct equipment alignment, leveling, and pre-commissioning mechanical inspections.
• Assist during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and customer handover.
• Identify and resolve mechanical installation issues while ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Prepare site progress reports, installation checklists, and commissioning documentation.

Required Skills

Hands-on experience in:

• Mechanical Erection & Equipment Installation
• Industrial Automation / SPM Projects
• Weighing & Batching Systems
• Conveyor & Material Handling Systems
• Machine Assembly & Alignment
• Servo Motor Mounting & Mechanical Integration
• Pneumatic System Assembly
• Reading Mechanical & Fabrication Drawings
• Rigging, Lifting, and Site Installation Practices

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in the following industries will be preferred:

• Industrial Automation
• Special Purpose Machine (SPM) Manufacturing
• Weighing & Batching Systems
• Machine Building
• Material Handling Systems
• Packaging Machinery
• Cement & Process Industries
• Food & Beverage Processing
• Automotive Automation

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of mechanical installation and alignment techniques.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and execute site installations independently.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills during erection and commissioning.
• Strong coordination skills with cross-... ??? (text continues) ...

Why Join MELSS?

• Work on end-to-end Industrial Automation, SPM, and Weighing & Batching projects across diverse industries.
• Gain exposure to complete project executionfrom mechanical erection and installation to commissioning and customer handover.
• Be part of a collaborative engineering team delivering innovative automation solutions.