The altM Engineering team is responsible for converting the R&D team’s research into actionable engineering and manufacturing deliverables in order to set up production. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and optimizing mechanical systems for our biochemical production units.

Responsibilities

Engineering

• Mechanical design of chemical process equipment such as – Pressure vessels, Heat exchangers, storage vessels, columns and related equipment.
• Mechanical design and analysis of modular process plant skids, design of multistorey skid mounted units.
• Assisting development of novel mechanical equipment and machine design efforts.
• Mechanical design of process equipment using PVelite to ensure temperature-pressure compatibility and process safety.
• Review of GA and Fabrication drawings prepared by draftsman and for bought-out items.
• Mechanical inputs to draftsman for 3D model preparation and continuous model review.
• Develop Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) in collaboration with process engineering team.
• Selection of pipe schedules, flange type and ratings as per the required MoC and temperature-pressure rating.
• Estimation piping and pipe-fittings requirement and preparation of piping BOQ/MTO based on the P&ID issued by process engineering team.
• Review of material testing, NDT reports for equipment, piping and other bought-out items.
• Witnessing testing routines whenever necessary at vendor sites.

Documentation

• Maintaining a track of GA and fabrication drawings revision and CRS.
• Maintaining material and NTD reports for all bought-out items.
• Maintaining hydro and pneumatic testing reports for piping and all pressure vessels.

Site Erection & Commissioning

• Planning and assisting commissioning team for plant structure erection, vessel installation, pressure testing and commissioning.
• Consulting on-site modifications in piping, equipment and related mechanical testing as and when required.
• Preparing heavy equipment/structure lifting and movement plan and executing efficiently with maximum safety precautions.
• Cross-functional co-ordination for faster plant erection and commissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or evidence of exceptional ability.
• 5+ years of experience in designing commercial scale skid mounted-modular units for chemical or biochemical processing plants.
• Proficiency with mechanical design software like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
• Proficiency with mechanical design with PVelite.
• Knowledge of ASME codes such as B16.5, ASME SecVIII Div1.
• Knowledge of pipe schedules, flange types, flange ratings, pipe fittings etc.
• Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and presentation—and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with vendor coordination for FAT, SAT, installation, and commissioning activities.
• This is an onsite role and requires physical presence at the production site.
• Ability to travel locally within India and internationally as required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive cash component and early-stage company ESOPs. Both negotiable for the right talent.

altM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity or any other protected characteristic outlined in any central, state, or local laws.