Mechanical Engineer III

Industrial Service Solutions - PARENT•Houston, TX

About The Position

ISS seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Project Engineer to design and detail custom enclosures, skids, mounting structures, and electrical equipment housings for industrial power systems. This is a hands-on design role focused on creating practical, fabrication-ready solutions for engine generator skids, VFD drive enclosures, control panels, SCR lineups, MV/LV switchgear housings, Ehouses, cooling systems for liquid-cooled drives, piping systems, and cable management structures. The ideal candidate will excel at producing detailed fabrication drawings quickly and efficiently while collaborating with electrical engineers, customers, and fabrication teams to deliver solutions that meet specifications, budgets, and timelines. This role involves collaborating closely with customers and a multi-disciplinary engineering team to deliver comprehensive technical solutions that meet specifications, budgets, and timelines. The Mechanical Project Engineer will provide critical support throughout project lifecycles, from initial design and equipment selection through fabrication, installation, and commissioning, while building strong client relationships and ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. This position reports to the ISS-Mechanical Engineering Manager

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology (required)
Associate's degree with significant practical experience will be considered
Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably designing industrial equipment enclosures, skids, or structures
Demonstrated experience creating fabrication drawings for welded steel structures
Experience with sheet metal design and enclosure layout
CAD Software: Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks
Drawing Creation: Strong ability to create clear, detailed fabrication drawings with proper dimensioning, GD&T, and welding symbols
Structural Design: Practical knowledge of steel structure design, beam sizing, and connection details
Materials: Understanding of structural steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and sheet metal materials and fabrication processes
Piping and Plumbing: Basic knowledge of piping design, fittings, and layout
Standards: Familiarity with AISC steel design, AWS welding codes (D1.1, D1.6), and ASME standards
Calculations: Proficiency in engineering calculations using Excel, Mathcad, or hand calculations
Software: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook…)
Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, marine, or industrial manufacturing sectors

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred but not required)
Background in power generation equipment, electrical equipment housings, or industrial machinery (preferred)
Marine or mobile equipment design experience (advantageous)
Basic thermal calculations for cooling requirements (advanced thermal/vibration/FEA analysis is a plus but not required)

Responsibilities

Design custom skids and mounting structures for engine generator sets, including base frames, isolation mounts, and structural supports
Design enclosures and housings for VFD drives, control panels, SCR lineups, MVswitchgear, and LV switchgear
Develop E-house layouts and structures for outdoor electrical equipment installations Design cable tray systems, cable management structures, and support steel
Create weatherproof and marine-grade enclosures with appropriate ingress protection Design access panels, doors, ventilation openings, and lifting provisions
Design cooling systems for liquid-cooled VFD drives, including heat exchangers, pumps, piping, and plumbing
Design engine cooling system installations including radiators, expansion tanks, and associated piping
Design exhaust system installations including silencers, flex joints, supports, and routing
Design fuel system installations including day tanks, piping, and containment
Select and specify fans, louvers, ducting, and ventilation for equipment cooling
Create detailed fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and installation details using AutoCAD or SolidWorks
Develop equipment layouts and general arrangement drawings showing all major components
Produce weldment drawings with dimensions, tolerances, and welding symbols
Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) and cut lists for fabrication
Generate painting and coating specifications
Prepare installation and rigging drawings with weight distributions and lifting points
Perform structural load calculations for skid frames, mounting platforms, and equipment supports
Calculate pipe sizing, pressure drop, and flow rates for cooling and fuel systems
Determine appropriate fastener sizes and connection details
Size structural members (beams, channels, angles) for loads and deflection limits
Verify equipment weights, center of gravity, and stability
Basic thermal calculations for cooling requirements (advanced thermal/vibration/FEA analysis is a plus but not required)
Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) in the company ERP system
Collaborate with electrical engineers to coordinate equipment placement and clearances
Work with fabrication shops to resolve fabrication and assembly issues
Review and approve shop fabrication drawings and submittals
Provide technical support to production, quality assurance, and field service teams
Participate in design reviews and value engineering initiatives
Coordinate with procurement for material and equipment selection
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (ASME, AISC, AWS welding codes, NFPA, marine classification rules where applicable)
Develop and maintain standard designs for common enclosure types and skid configurations
Identify opportunities for design optimization and cost reduction
Create standard details library for common connections and assemblies
Interface with customers to clarify dimensional requirements, site constraints, and installation conditions
Conduct site surveys to measure existing equipment and assess installation requirements
Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) when needed
Provide installation guidance and troubleshooting support to field teams
Travel domestically and occasionally internationally to support installations and commissioning