Mechanical Engineer

Panelmatic Inc.; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K and bonus

Scholarships and educational reimbursement

PTO and paid holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of electrical solutions is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the design and development of medium voltage switchgear products. Ideal candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in mechanical design and proficiency in 3D CAD tools like AutoCAD and SolidWorks. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, with responsibilities including managing an engineering team, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring junior engineers. The firm promotes a family-friendly environment with competitive wages and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design of medium voltage switchgear is required.
• Proficient in interpreting and working from single line and three-line diagrams required.
• Background in manufacturing or industrial environments required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team in product design and development.
• Translate electrical drawings into mechanical layouts, including 3D renderings.
• Ensure mechanical designs meet clearance requirements and functional specifications.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About Us

Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, environmental, food, pulp and paper, rubber, petroleum, pharmaceutical, glass, metals, and utilities industries. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.

Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the mechanical engineering function in our medium voltage switchgear division. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge of switchgear design, a passion for mentoring engineers, and a strong understanding of industry standards and requirements.

Job Duties

• Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team in the design and development of medium voltage switchgear products.
• Translate single-line and three-line electrical drawings into mechanical layouts, including 3D renderings and detailed side views.
• Ensure all mechanical designs meet clearance requirements and functional specifications across various voltage levels.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical engineering, manufacturing, and product management teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards including ANSI, ASME, NEC, and UL.
• Drive continuous improvement in mechanical design processes, tools, and documentation.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical oversight throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Maintain responsibility of Engineering schedule and KPI's

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field required
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design of medium voltage switchgear is required
• Proficient in interpreting and working from single line and three-line diagrams required
• Proven understanding of electrical clearance requirements at various voltage levels required
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written required
• Background in manufacturing or industrial environments required

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong expertise in 3D CAD tools: AutoCAD and SolidWorks experience preferred
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements (ANSI, ASME, NEC, UL) preferred
• Prior leadership or team management experience is highly preferred
• Experience in Lean/Six sigma preferred
• Experience with design for manufacturability and cost optimization preferred
• Exposure to switchgear testing and validation processes preferred
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop engineering talent preferred
• Prior leadership or team management experience is highly preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
• 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage
• 80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (ie employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)
• 401K and bonus
• Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
• PTO and paid holidays provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years