Design Engineer (Mechanical/Industrial) – Houston, TX (Onsite)

Our client, a growing manufacturer serving the industrial process and energy sectors, is seeking a Design Engineer to join their Houston-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams on custom-engineered products.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise detailed engineering and fabrication drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Support the design and development of engineered products used in industrial and process applications.
• Perform engineering calculations and technical evaluations to support product design and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with sales, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure designs meet customer specifications and industry standards.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, procedures, inspection plans, and project deliverables.
• Assist with troubleshooting production and installation challenges by working directly with shop personnel and project stakeholders.
• Review customer specifications and ensure project requirements are accurately incorporated into designs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining engineering templates and design libraries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 1–4 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, fabrication, industrial equipment, process systems, or a related industry.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, manufacturing processes, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with ASME codes, pressure-containing equipment, piping systems, or industrial products is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to pressure vessels, piping systems, flow measurement equipment, or other engineered industrial products.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Familiarity with engineering calculation software is a plus.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Hands-on engineering role with direct exposure to manufacturing and production.
• Opportunity to work on custom-engineered industrial products from concept through fabrication.
• Growth-oriented environment with visibility across engineering, operations, and customer-facing teams.
• Stable Houston-based company serving critical industrial markets.

Salary is DOE and up to $95K plus full benefits.