Mechanical Technologist

Kinetic Custom Trailers • Waco, TX

9d • $75,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Kinetic Custom Trailers is seeking a skilled, collaborative, and detail-oriented Mechanical Designer or Technologist to join their dynamic team in Waco, TX. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing high-quality, heavy-duty trailers for demanding applications in the oil and gas, construction, energy, and specialized equipment sectors. They foster a team-oriented workplace that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and problem-solving.

Requirements

• Expertise in steel fabrication processes, including cutting, forming, machining, and welding.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability principles specific to steel fabrication.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented capabilities.
• Independent self-starter with effective time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, specifically SolidWorks.
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Mechanical Designer or Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate trailer structures and mechanical systems including frames and subframes, suspension systems, coupling and hitch assemblies, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and brake systems and related components.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and bills of material (BOMs) using SolidWorks.
• Perform weight distribution, axle loading, and structural calculations to ensure compliance with FMVSS, DOT requirements, and applicable industry and transportation regulations.
• Conduct targeted Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on critical structural members, weldments, and assemblies.
• Produce fabrication-ready drawing packages including weld symbols, GD&T callouts, assembly details, and manufacturing documentation consistent with AWS D1.1 standards.
• Collaborate with Sales and leadership teams to benchmark competitor products, review customer requirements, develop new trailer configurations and product variants, and evaluate cost, weight, and manufacturability trade-offs.
• Support Production and Manufacturing teams during fabrication and assembly by providing design clarification, troubleshooting production issues, issuing revisions and engineering change notices (ECNs), and driving Design for Manufacturability (DFM) improvements.
• Maintain organized engineering records, revision control, and compliance documentation.
• Communicate professionally and proactively with internal stakeholders, vendors, and customers.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $75,000 – $90,000+ annually
• Excellent health, dental, and vision plans.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, training, and career advancement.
• Work within an innovative, supportive, and dynamic team dedicated to excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree