Hybrid Mechanical Engineer, Firestop Applications

Ultipro; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k)

Pension

Paid Time Off

Holidays & Wellness Programs

Job summary

RectorSeal is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to act as a key technical contact across multiple firestop product lines. You will guide product selection, installation, and engineering judgments for unique site conditions, with occasional onsite visits.

Based in the Houston Fire Test Lab, this hybrid role requires 3-4 on-site days per week. Key responsibilities include training, coordinating with customers and distributors, and supporting certification efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 1 year of engineering experience required.
• Preferred: 3 years in firestop industry and 5 years in construction.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and read project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on firestop products and applications.
• Serve as a technical liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Respond to technical inquiries from sales, distributors, and installers.
• Assist customers with product selection based on project requirements.
• Develop Engineering Judgments (EJs) for non-standard field conditions.
• Conduct jobsite visits to evaluate firestop applications and resolve issues.
• Support product certification efforts and document testing.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in firestop installations.
• Deliver training and technical support to staff and customers.
• Stay current on firestop technologies, testing standards, and building codes.
• Perform competitive analysis to support product development.

Skills

Interpret technical drawings

AutoCAD or SolidWorks familiarity

Verbal and written communication

Customer experience & problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

RectorSeal is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to act as a key technical contact across multiple firestop product lines. You will guide product selection, installation, and engineering judgments for unique site conditions, with occasional onsite visits.

Based in the Houston Fire Test Lab, this hybrid role requires 3-4 on-site days per week. Key responsibilities include training, coordinating with customers and distributors, and supporting certification efforts.