Lead Mechanical Engineer - Energy Tech & Growth

Airswift; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift, a leading energy technology company in Houston, seeks a hands-on Lead Mechanical Engineer to build and lead its Mechanical Engineering function as the organization moves toward commercialization and scale-up. You will shape engineering processes, guide complex mechanical systems, and own critical design initiatives in a collaborative environment.

The role offers high visibility, cross-functional influence across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and project teams, and the chance to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong experience with mechanical systems, process systems, plant systems, pressure vessels, piping, or related equipment.
• Familiarity with ASME codes and industry standards.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and project ownership.
• Experience in nuclear, power generation, aerospace, defense, oil & gas, shipbuilding, EPC, or other highly regulated industries is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and integration of complex mechanical systems and equipment
• Provide technical leadership for pressure vessels, piping systems, heat exchangers, process systems, and plant equipment
• Support equipment specification, procurement, manufacturing, testing, installation, and commissioning activities
• Apply industry codes and engineering standards to ensure safe and compliant designs
• Mentor engineers and help establish engineering best practices, standards, and processes
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and project teams

Skills

Technical leadership

Mechanical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Project ownership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Airswift, a leading energy technology company in Houston, seeks a hands-on Lead Mechanical Engineer to build and lead its Mechanical Engineering function as the organization moves toward commercialization and scale-up. You will shape engineering processes, guide complex mechanical systems, and own critical design initiatives in a collaborative environment.

The role offers high visibility, cross-functional influence across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and project teams, and the chance to