Senior Engineer – Mechanical (Erection & Commissioning)

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.
3. Testing & Commissioning • 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.
4. Engineering Coordination • Review mechanical drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment layouts, specifications, and installation procedures. • 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 • 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 Compliance
6. Software Proficiency • Microsoft Office Suite
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 commissioning documentation. • Strong problem-solving, coordination, communication, and reporting skills. • Willingness to travel extensively and stay at project sites during erection and commissioning phases.
WHY WORK WITH US? At Astrobase, we believe in the power of human ingenuity and collaboration to push 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 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 like Chandrayaan 3 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. Apply with your CV and a short note on a hardware program you delivered.