Supervisor – Mechanical Erection & Commissioning

Location: Bengaluru, India

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.