Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer Industrial Service Solutions (ISS) | Houston, TX Competitive Wage Overtime Available Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Flexible Hours: Start and finish times within a 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM window Travel: Up to 25% Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview Industrial Service Solutions (ISS) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join our engineering team at our corporate office in Houston, TX. This role is responsible for designing and detailing custom industrial equipment enclosures, generator skids, mounting structures, and electrical equipment housings used in a variety of industrial power applications. This is a hands-on mechanical design role focused on developing practical, cost-effective, and fabrication-ready solutions. The Mechanical Designer will use SolidWorks to create detailed 3D models, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, equipment layouts, and Bills of Materials (BOMs). Working closely with mechanical and electrical engineers, project managers, customers, and fabrication teams, you will support projects from initial design and equipment selection through fabrication, installation, and commissioning. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, highly detail-oriented, and able to turn engineering concepts into accurate, buildable designs while balancing quality, cost, and project timelines. Key Responsibilities Mechanical Design & Development Design custom skids, base frames, mounting structures, and supports for engine generator sets and industrial power equipment. Develop enclosures and housings for VFD drives, control panels, SCR lineups, medium- and low-voltage switchgear, and E-house applications. Design cable tray systems, cable management structures, and equipment support steel. Develop weatherproof and marine-grade enclosures, including doors, access panels, ventilation openings, and lifting provisions. Design auxiliary systems, including cooling, piping, plumbing, exhaust, fuel systems, and ventilation. Create practical, cost-effective designs that meet customer specifications and fabrication requirements. CAD Design & Fabrication Documentation Create detailed 3D models, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and installation details using SolidWorks. Utilize AutoCAD to view electrical layouts, legacy drawings, and related documentation. Produce weldment drawings with appropriate dimensions, tolerances, and welding symbols. Develop equipment layouts, general arrangement drawings, and detailed assembly documentation. Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs), cut lists, material specifications, and painting/coating requirements. Develop installation and rigging drawings, including equipment weights, center of gravity, and lifting points. Engineering & Project Support Perform basic engineering calculations related to structural sizing, fasteners, piping, flow rates, pressure drop, and cooling requirements. Collaborate with electrical engineers to coordinate equipment placement, layouts, and clearances. Work directly with fabrication shops to resolve design, assembly, and manufacturing challenges. Review fabrication drawings and submittals to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements. Coordinate with procurement regarding materials, components, and equipment selection. Maintain accurate BOMs and design documentation within the company ERP system. Participate in design reviews, value engineering initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts. Provide technical support to production, quality assurance, and field service teams. Customer & Field Support Communicate with customers to clarify design requirements, dimensions, site conditions, and installation constraints. Conduct occasional site surveys to assess existing equipment and installation requirements. Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) when needed. Provide installation guidance and technical troubleshooting support to field teams. Travel domestically and, very …

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