Senior Engineer – Mechanical (Erection & Commissioning)

Astrobase Space Technologies Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

History in space

ISRO collaboration

Growth opportunities

Space tech leadership

Job summary

Astrobase Space Technologies in Bengaluru seeks a Senior Engineer – Mechanical (Erection & Commissioning) to lead installation, testing, and handover of cryogenic facilities and associated piping and utility systems. The role requires traveling to project sites to oversee erection and commissioning, manage contractors, ensure safety, and meet project schedules.

The candidate should have 4+ years in mechanical erection and commissioning, with hands-on experience in pressure vessels, cryogenic

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, aerospace facilities, LNG, oil & Gas, or process industries.
• Ability to manage contractors and site execution activities independently.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, installation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, testing, commissioning of mechanical systems at sites.
• Coordinate with Design & Engineering to resolve site issues.
• Manage contractors, workforce, and equipment for erection activities.
• Plan pre-commissioning and commissioning tasks for mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and project schedules.

Skills

Site execution

Contractor management

Coordination

Commissioning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

P&IDs

Isometrics

Job description

Senior Engineer – Mechanical (Erection & Commissioning)

4 - 5 years

Full-Time

ABOUT ASTROBASE SPACE TECHNOLOGIES

Astrobase Space Technologies is an early-stage Bengaluru company building a

two-stage orbital launch vehicle. Our engine is a LOX–methane full-flow staged

combustion engine. The Astrobase Propulsion team is looking for experienced and

passionate professionals who turn engine plans into flight engines delivered on

time and within budget.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Engineer / Senior Engineer – Mechanical (Erection & Commissioning)

will be responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, and handover

of mechanical systems associated with cryogenic facilities, pressure vessels,

station piping, fluid handling systems, utility systems, and associated

infrastructure supporting test facilities and launch complexes.

The role serves as the primary link between the Design & Engineering

Department and site execution teams, ensuring all mechanical systems are

installed and commissioned in accordance with approved engineering

documents, quality standards, safety requirements, and project schedules.

Based at the Head Office, the incumbent will travel and stay at project sites

during erection, testing, and commissioning phases to lead execution

activities, manage contractors, supervise workforce deployment, and support

operational readiness.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

To execute, test, and commission mechanical systems by effectively

managing contractors, resources, installation activities, and site coordination

while ensuring compliance with engineering requirements, quality standards,

safety procedures, and project schedules.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Mechanical Erection & Installation

• Execute installation and erection activities for pressure vessels, cryogenic systems, station piping, utility systems, support structures, valves, and mechanical 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 mechanical installations.
• Verify equipment positioning, alignment, levelling, supports, and mechanical integrity prior to testing.

2. Site Execution & Contractor Management

• Manage contractors, subcontractors, and contract workforce engaged in mechanical erection activities if any.
• Monitor manpower deployment, productivity, workmanship, and daily progress.
• Coordinate material availability, tools, equipment, and construction resources required for site activities.
• Conduct regular progress reviews and ensure adherence to project schedules.
• Support verification of contractor progress claims and work completion records.
• Plan and coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for mechanical systems.
• Participate in pressure testing, leak testing, flushing, purging, drying, functional testing, and system validation activities.
• Ensure systems meet design, safety, operational, and performance requirements before handover.
• Coordinate punch-point identification, closeout activities, and final acceptance inspections.
• Support preparation of commissioning records and operational readiness documentation.
• Review mechanical drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment layouts, specifications, and.
• Coordinate with Design & Engineering teams to resolve site-related technical issues.
• Support implementation of approved engineering changes and field modifications.
• Provide constructability and installation feedback for continuous improvement.

Quality Assurance & Safety

• Ensure installation activities comply with approved quality plans, inspection requirements, and project specifications.
• Review material certifications, inspection reports, test records, and quality documentation.
• Coordinate inspections with quality teams, consultants, vendors, and client representatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, permits, work instructions, and statutory requirements.
• Promote a strong culture of safety and quality across all site activities.

5. Technical Expertise

• Mechanical Equipment Installation
• Utility Systems
• Pre-commissioning & Commissioning
• Quality Inspections & Documentation

BASIC QULAIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical erection, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• 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 activities independently.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, installation procedures, and
• Strong problem-solving, coordination, communication, and reporting skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay at project sites during erection and

WHY WORK WITH US?

• 1. Creating History: Join us in developing cutting‑edge launch vehicles, playing a pivotal role in transforming space access and shaping the future of space exploration.
• 2. Collaborating with Experts: Work alongside ISRO scientists and industry veterans with decades of experience in designing India’s iconic space missions
• 3. Growth Opportunities: As Astrobase scales, you’ll have the chance to take on leadership roles and be part of an expanding organization driving change in the Indian space sector.
• 4. Pioneering Space Technology: Your contributions will not only impact Astrobase but also influence the global space ecosystem. Be part of something larger than yourself.

Astrobase is an equal-opportunity employer; we hire on skills, merit and experience.