Senior Project Engineer - Defence

About CRA

CRA designs and manufactures custom-engineered systems for the Energy and Defence sectors. We deliver complex projects end-to-end, entirely in-house — combining design, engineering, and manufacturing under one roof. Our systems are trusted by leading organisations including BrahMos Aerospace, ONGC, Indian Airforce, and Schlumberger.

Role Overview

As a Senior Project Engineer – Defence, you will take ownership of the execution of live defence projects, from contract handover through design coordination, manufacturing, FAT, dispatch, installation, and commissioning. You will act as the primary technical and coordination point of contact for assigned projects, working directly with defence clients, internal engineering teams, vendors, and site personnel to ensure delivery on time, within scope, and to the technical and quality standards demanded by the defence sector.

This role is suited to an experienced engineer who can independently drive project execution, resolve technical and coordination issues on the ground, and mentor junior project engineers.

Job Responsibility

• Own end-to-end execution of assigned defence projects — from handover through design, manufacturing, FAT, dispatch, installation, and commissioning
  
• Plan and manage project schedules, resource allocation, and critical milestones; proactively flag and resolve risks and delays
  
• Serve as the primary coordination point between design, production, procurement, quality, and the client for assigned projects
  
• Lead client-facing project reviews, technical discussions, and progress updates for defence accounts
  
• Ensure strict compliance with defence project documentation, technical specifications, and contractual requirements
  
• Represent CRA at client and vendor sites for FAT, installation, and commissioning activities, including extended site deployments as required
  
• Review and approve project documentation, drawings, and technical submissions prior to client release
  
• Guide and mentor junior project engineers on execution practices and technical coordination
  
• Identify and drive process improvements in project execution and cross-functional coordination
  
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and security protocols applicable to defence projects.
  
  

Requirements

• B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
  
• 4–6 years of experience in project execution or engineering roles, with substantial exposure to defence or other regulated, mission-critical sectors
  
• Demonstrated experience independently leading project execution from handover to commissioning
  
• Strong technical fundamentals with the ability to review engineering drawings and specifications
  
• Proven track record of managing client relationships and cross-functional coordination on complex projects
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience in client-facing roles
  
• Willingness to travel extensively for site work, including defence installations, as required
  
• Comfortable working within the documentation and compliance requirements of defence contracts.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
  
• Medical insurance
  
• Learning and development support
  
• Clear career growth pathways into senior project leadership roles
  
• Opportunity to lead critical, high-visibility projects in the defence sector
  

Skills Required
Installation, Engineering, Technical Specifications, Commissioning, Project Execution, Manufacturing