Mechanical Designer

Recru; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Recru in Texas is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Designer to support the design and development of industrial fire pump packages. This role centers on 3D modeling, equipment packaging, and mechanical layout using Autodesk Inventor to ramp up on fire-pump assemblies and workflows.

You will produce detailed models, layouts, drawings, BOMs, and specifications, collaborating with project teams to ensure accuracy, codes, and internal standards while managing multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of Autodesk Inventor experience (non-negotiable).
• Mechanical design experience in industrial, manufacturing, pump systems, or related environments.
• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D models and mechanical layouts for fire pump packages and related assemblies.
• Produce system layouts, drawings, schematics, and production documentation using Autodesk Inventor.
• Perform mechanical design calculations and ensure accuracy across all deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain BOMs and specifications support.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and cross-disciplinary teams to develop coordinated designs.
• Review drawings for correctness, constructability, and alignment with codes and internal standards.
• Provide recommendations on equipment selection, layout feasibility, and product application.
• Support design revisions, document control, and design-tracking processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cross-team communication

Multi-project management

Documentation & tracking

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Designer to support the design and development of industrial fire pump packages and related mechanical systems. This role centers on 3D modeling, equipment packaging, and mechanical layout using Autodesk Inventor, with the expectation that the right candidate can quickly ramp up within ~60 days on fire-pump-specific assemblies and workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create detailed 3D models and mechanical layouts for fire pump packages, suppression system components, and specialty industrial assemblies

• Produce system layouts, drawings, schematics, and complete production documentation using Autodesk Inventor

• Perform mechanical design calculations and ensure accuracy across all deliverables

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including bill of materials and specification support

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and cross-disciplinary teams to develop coordinated designs

• Review drawings for correctness, constructability, and alignment with applicable codes and internal standards

• Provide recommendations on equipment selection, layout feasibility, and product application

• Support design revisions, document control, and design-tracking processes to meet shifting project needs

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of Autodesk Inventor experience (non-negotiable)

• Mechanical design experience within industrial, manufacturing, construction, pump systems, valve assemblies, or related mechanical environments

• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-team collaboration

• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to rapid shifts in priorities

• Highly organized with strong documentation, tracking, and information-management skills

• Proactive, professional, and team-oriented mindset

Preferred Skills:

• 3+ years of fire protection or fire suppression system design experience

• Experience with fire pumps, water storage tanks, valves, or related system components

• Familiarity with architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural coordination principles

Proficient with Autodesk Inventor and mechanical design calculations. Experience designing industrial pump or fire suppression systems. Strong documentation skills and ability to manage multiple projects