mechanical design engineer

$73,000 - $95,000/Yr

Randstad - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

San Antonio, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Mechanical Design Engineer will provide specialized technical services for metal recycling equipment across North America. This role includes supporting existing equipment and new projects, with a focus on hands-on installation, maintenance, and commissioning services. The engineer will collaborate with various departments to address customer needs and enhance product and process efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized knowledge in equipment maintenance, operations, troubleshooting, and incident management.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance for electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Document functional deviations in machines installed at customer sites.
• Offer hands-on service during equipment installation, start-up, and commissioning, ensuring safety and compliance with project requirements.
• Support the Supply Chain department with supplier development and project activities.
• Assist the Sales/After-sales department in identifying spare parts and reviewing engineering drawings.
• Attend internal and external meetings to support customer design requirements.
• Collaborate with the After-sales team to review the scope of engineering projects and communicate potential challenges.
• Provide field expertise, including engineering work requests, redlines, and revisions.
• Support Product Management by standardizing and harmonizing select product portfolios.
• Contribute to sales and service proposals.
• Comply with company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical assistance and on-site support.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding mechanical drawings.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic diagrams is preferred.
• Experience with troubleshooting via remote connection.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 50%-60% of the time).
• Valid driver's license (Class C).
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and CAD programs.

Nice-to-haves

• Oral and written proficiency in Spanish.
• Experience using IT tools, CRM (Salesforce), and ERP systems (SAP).
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLC) and HMI systems (e.g., Siemens S7/TIA, AB-Rockwell).
• Experience with metal recycling or material handling equipment is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
• Incentive and recognition program.
• 401K contribution.