Supervisor – Mechanical Erection & Commissioning

ABOUT ASTROBASE SPACE TECHNOLOGIES Astrobase is a pioneering spacetech startup founded by prominent Senior ISRO scientists and IIT Bombay alumni with over 20 years of experience in designing, manufacturing, testing and flying advanced Cryogenic Launch Vehicles. Driven by a vision to make India a Space tech powerhouse, we are developing innovative launch vehicles that will transform space exploration. At Astrobase, you’ll be part of a team creating history in the Indian space industry. Our goal is to become the first private space company from India to land on the moon economically.
Position Overview The Supervisor – Mechanical Erection & Commissioning will be responsible for supervising day-to-day mechanical installation, piping, pressure vessel erection, testing, and commissioning activities at site. The role will support the Engineer / Senior Engineer – Mechanical in coordinating contractors, monitoring progress, ensuring quality compliance, and maintaining safe execution practices. The position requires strong practical knowledge of mechanical construction, equipment installation, piping works, testing procedures, and commissioning support activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Mechanical Installation Supervision • Supervise installation of pressure vessels, cryogenic systems, piping, valves, utility systems, and associated mechanical equipment. • Ensure erection and installation activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and procedures. • Monitor equipment alignment, fit-up, assembly, support installation, and readiness for testing. • Verify completion of mechanical works prior to inspections and commissioning activities.
Site Coordination • Coordinate daily activities with contractors, technicians, rigging teams, and site personnel. • Monitor manpower utilization, productivity, and construction progress. • Ensure materials, tools, lifting equipment, and consumables are available for planned activities. • Report technical issues and site constraints to the Engineer / Senior Engineer for resolution.
Testing & Commissioning Support • Assist in hydrostatic testing, pneumatic testing, flushing, leak testing, functional testing, and system validation activities. • Verify systems are prepared and ready for testing and commissioning. • Participate in punch-point closure and system handover activities. • Maintain testing records and commissioning documentation as assigned.
Quality Control • Verify installation quality, workmanship, tolerances, and compliance with approved requirements. • Support quality inspections, documentation reviews, and corrective actions. • Maintain daily progress reports, inspection records, and completion reports. • Ensure deviations are reported and resolved appropriately.
Safety Compliance • Ensure all mechanical and commissioning activities comply with approved safety procedures. • Monitor contractor compliance with PPE requirements and safe work practices. • Participate in toolbox talks, safety inspections, and risk mitigation activities. • Immediately report unsafe conditions and support implementation of corrective measures.
Technical Expertise • Mechanical Equipment Installation • Pressure Vessel Erection • Cryogenic System Installation • Industrial Piping Works • Valve Installation & Testing • Hydrostatic & Pneumatic Testing
PREFERRED CANDIDATE PROFILE • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. • Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical construction, piping, equipment installation, or commissioning activities. • Hands-on exposure to pressure vessels, piping systems, utility systems, or cryogenic facilities. • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, installation drawings, and technical documents. • Strong coordination, reporting, and workforce supervision skills. • Familiarity with testing and commissioning activities for industrial mechanical systems. • Willingness to work at project sites as required.