AutoCAD, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Industry Standards, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Process Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Piping, Pressure Vessels, Product Design, Product Development, Product Support, Sales, SolidWorks, Technical Analysis, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design
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.
V
Viking Recruiting Resources