Mechanical Project Engineer II

Kirby Corporation • Houston, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Stewart & Stevenson is hiring a Project Engineer II at 10750 Telge Road, Houston, TX 77095. The role is responsible for developing, designing, analyzing, and implementing engineering projects involving heavy equipment. Working under moderate supervision, the engineer helps ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and customer expectations.

The engineer supports mechanical and electro-mechanical systems and components throughout the project lifecycle, from concept through completion. The position involves producing and modifying 3D models and 2D drawings, performing engineering calculations, applying company and customer standards, integrating mechanical and electrical systems, and coordinating with customers, stakeholders, and internal departments. The role also supports project planning, design reviews, engineering changes, and technical issue resolution. Occasional travel to customer sites, vendor locations, and other company facilities is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Minimum 2–4 years of related engineering experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software; SolidWorks is preferred.
• Proficiency in mechanical engineering principles.
• Proficiency in engineering analysis tools, including finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
• Proficiency in ASME Y14 and GD&T.
• Basic project management skills, including scheduling and task coordination.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good problem-solving abilities to address and resolve technical challenges.
• Good attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Self-motivation and ability to make decisions to progress tasks with some supervision.
• Commitment to working safely and following company processes and procedures.
• Commitment to maintaining positive working relationships with coworkers, customers, and vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally climb ladders and crawl underneath trailers.
• Ability to work in an office as well as on a manufacturing shop floor.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to work with fingers.
• Normal vision, with or without corrective lenses.

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing heavy equipment, including oilfield mobile and stationary equipment, mobile and stationary generators, and skidded equipment.
• Experience with a manufacturing ERP system such as Oracle or SAP.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems and components.
• Support engineering projects from concept through completion, ensuring operational expectations, quality standards, timelines, and budgets are met.
• Apply company and customer standards, specifications, engineering methods, and industry best practices to heavy equipment designs.
• Ensure integration of mechanical and electrical systems by collaborating with customers, management, engineers, and other company departments.
• Develop and modify complex three-dimensional models and two-dimensional drawings for components and assemblies.
• Perform engineering calculations efficiently and accurately.
• Evaluate Engineer Change Requests (ECRs) and execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) in accordance with company standards.
• Engage with customers, contractors, and internal and external stakeholders to support timely project execution.
• Develop and present project timelines, project updates, technical reports, and other project documentation.
• Participate in engineering design reviews, consider stakeholder feedback, and use judgment and best practices to implement design changes.
• Interface with shop staff and other departments to provide engineering technical support and timely issue resolution.
• Travel occasionally to customer sites, vendor locations, and other company facilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level