Mechanical Engineer

Sulzer • Pasadena, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Sulzer is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer for its electromechanical service center in Pasadena, Texas. The position is primarily on-site and combines hands-on mechanical work, shop inspections, precision measurements, engineering documentation, and occasional field service overhauls. Field service assignments may account for up to 40% of the role. The engineer will serve as the technical point of contact for customers and coordinate closely with the repair shop, machine shop, and internal quotation teams to advance heavy rotating equipment repairs from teardown through assembly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or Autodesk.
• Working knowledge of rolling element bearings and sleeve/babbitt bearings, mechanical seals and oil seals, shaft alignment, and vibration spectrums and interpretation.
• Comfort using precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.

Nice To Haves

• Background in rotating equipment repair or overhaul.
• Background in rotating equipment manufacturing.
• Background in rotating equipment package design and assembly.
• Field service experience with mechanical equipment.
• Experience with vibration analysis or diagnostics.
• Familiarity with seal and bearing clearances to shafts; on-the-job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support shop and field operations, including rotating equipment inspections, teardowns, repair evaluations, and hands-on overhauls; field assignments may be up to 40% as required.
• Collaborate with the machine shop, quotation team, and internal stakeholders to define repair scopes based on mechanical findings.
• Perform or verify precision measurements using micrometers and calipers, document findings, and complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Create and update CAD drawings using SolidWorks or Autodesk to document design or repair changes for customer review.
• Serve as the primary mechanical point of contact for customers during on-site inspections and repair evaluations.

Benefits

• PTO and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401K plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Health savings account matching
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Gym reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time