Senior Fluids/Mechanical Engineer & Team Lead

Role Overview

The Senior Fluids/Mechanical Engineer and Team Lead will lead the efforts for the design of M2X's gas-to-methanol process equipment and associated systems. This role involves a deep understanding of mechanical and process piping design and the ability to create a complete design package from concept to manufacturable drawings.The ideal candidate would be aself-starter with the ability to quickly solve problems by leveraging their broad knowledge base and experienced critical thinking while leading and mentoring a growing design team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead/Manage design tasks for growing design team

• Provide continuous growth of design group skills and knowledge through mentorship and training of individual contributors

• Work directly with the various departments at M2X (manufacturing, procurement, quality, commissioning, field ops, finance)

• Review and approve drawings prior to shop release

• Review and interpret P&IDs  

• Breakdown of design requirements

• Capture and organize the documentation for a design package (Concept of Operations, Requirements, BOM, CAD Models/Drawing, Vendor Data, Analysis) 

• Design of process piping and mechanical systems (Design Considerations: thermal expansion, ease of manufacturing, minimizing pressure drop)

• Sizing, selection, and placement of tubing, piping, and associated components (Valve, Regulators, Relief Valves, Check Valves, Filters, Instrumentation)  

• Conduct Engineering Analysis (Hand Calcs, FMEA, Simulations)  

• Lead, organize, and participate in informal and formal design reviews

• Work directly with vendors on component selection

• Support root cause analysis and corrective action 

• Support a forward-thinking attitude to continuous process improvement 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering degree 

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Mechanical or Fluid Design Engineering with 6 years in a manufacturing environment

• Proficient in 3D CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks 

• Strong knowledge of compressible and incompressible flow

• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, testing, and troubleshooting

• Demonstrated ability to develop a design concept and take through all stages of design and onto full-scale manufacturing

• Demonstrated root cause problem-solving, and continuous improvement

• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior leadership or mentoring experience.

• Experience with construction, fabrication, and testing of large-scale process equipment. 

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data management tools (Autodesk Vault)

• Prior experience with leading design reviews and drawing approvals
• Knowledge and experience with ASME B31.3 Process Piping

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Starting at $125k base pay with compensation offer for final candidates offered based on experience and level.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development assistance
• A culture built on collaboration, ambition, and purpose

Job Type: Full-time

Work Schedule: On-site, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Work Location: Brevard County in Florida at the M2X manufacturing facility in Rockledge, FL, 32955. This location is the heart of Florida’s Space Coast.

Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer: At M2X Energy, we are working toward a low-carbon, sustainable future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our global, revolutionary products. M2X Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About the Company

M2X Energy is a growth-stage company thatconverts wasted methane into low-carbon methanol through modular systems designed for real-world deployment. We help reduce emissions while creating immediate environmental and economic value from gas that would otherwise be wasted. With manufacturing scaling and deployment expanding, M2X is building the capacity to deliver at a larger commercial scale. Join a company focused on practical engineering, real execution, and measurable impact.