Mechanical Engineer – Electrical Enclosures & Systems Design

Applied Engineering•Cypress, TX

2d•$43 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Cypress, TX as a Mechanical Engineer – Electrical Enclosures & Systems Design. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the Houston metro and beyond to apply. Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better. Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern. Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering required
Experience with mechanical systems including sheet metal enclosures, structural systems, and thermal management
Background in small‑ to medium‑scale system design (electrical enclosures, panel layout, seismic considerations, heat management)
Proficiency with major ERP and CAD systems (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
Working knowledge of ASME, NEMA, UL, IEC, and related mechanical engineering standards
Skilled in generating and reviewing engineering documentation (BOMs, drawings, tolerance stack‑ups, GD&T)
Strong Microsoft Office proficiency
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities
Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
Understanding of structural and thermal analysis using FEA/CFD tools (ANSYS, COMSOL, or similar)
Capable of working independently and as a team member
Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
Effective verbal and written communication
Desire to work on a variety of projects

Responsibilities

Serve as a core contributor to Systems Solutions design efforts, supporting strategic growth and customer‑focused engineering outcomes
Lead and coordinate medium‑scale mechanical engineering designs across a rapidly expanding business segment
Develop new mechanical designs and provide expert guidance on existing projects
Act as a trusted advisor to cross‑functional teams, ensuring on‑time delivery and high‑value engineering solutions
Drive clarity, manufacturability, and ease‑of‑execution in all design recommendations
Collaborate closely with the Sr. ETO (Engineering-to-Order) Design Manager and engineering partners across the organization
Oversee creation and release of drawings, analyses, test plans, and engineering documentation
Select appropriate mechanical components for project construction
Create new parts and Bills of Material and load them into the ERP system
Track, support, and report design changes throughout the project lifecycle
Provide documentation support to application engineering, sales, and estimating teams
Support manufacturing and production teams in resolving build challenges
Prepare quote packages and recommend design improvements to enhance manufacturability and reduce cost
Apply technical standards across reviews, documentation, and design work
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
Contribute to projects that impact communities in Houston, Katy, Tomball, Spring, The Woodlands, Jersey Village, Hockley, Waller, and Magnolia, and the greater Houston, TX metro
Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation