Mechanical Site Engineer

About the Role

IKONPES India Pvt Ltd is seeking an experienced Mechanical Site Engineer based in Bengaluru, responsible for managing on-site execution activities involving piping fabrication, structural steel work, and HVAC system installations for industrial and pharmaceutical projects. This role requires coordination among design teams, procurement, fabrication units, and clients to meet quality, scheduling, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise fabrication and erection of piping systems, including process, utility, chilled water, and hot water lines, in line with approved GA and isometric drawings.
• Manage structural steel operations such as fabrication, erection, alignment, and welding inspections per Indian Standards.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of HVAC components including AHUs, ductwork, chillers, and piping.
• Interpret engineering drawings like P&IDs, GA drawings, isometrics, and BBS accurately.
• Coordinate daily site activities involving fabricators, welders, riggers, and subcontractors.
• Conduct quality inspections such as weld checks, alignment verification, pressure tests, and insulation inspections.
• Monitor material usage against Bill of Quantities and initiate requisitions to fulfill site needs.
• Enforce compliance with safety protocols including PPE usage, work permits, and lifting plans.
• Prepare daily progress reports, material reconciliations, and maintain site documentation.
• Interact with client teams and consultants to facilitate inspections and approvals.
• Assist with billing, measurement, and progress tracking aligned with project timelines.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 to 8 years of practical site experience in piping fabrication, structural steel, and HVAC, preferably within pharmaceutical or industrial projects.
• Working knowledge of welding techniques such as SMAW and TIG, basic understanding of NDT, and fit-up inspections.
• Familiarity with Indian Standards relevant to structural and piping work.
• Competent in reading fabrication and GA drawings, including isometrics.
• Basic skills in MS Excel and AutoCAD for documentation purposes.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities for managing multi-vendor operations.
• Readiness to travel and relocate to project sites in Bengaluru, Vizag, and Mysuru regions.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to GMP compliance and pharmaceutical facility construction standards.
• Experience in managing client inspections and QA/QC documentation processes.