Mechanical Engineer

DBM Global Inc.; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DBM Global Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer of Capital Projects in the United States to plan, execute, and oversee capital projects related to steel fabrication and manufacturing.

You will design mechanical systems, manage installation timelines and budgets, and collaborate across functions to drive successful project delivery. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a manufacturing or steel fabrication environment, shop floor or job site experience, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, construction engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or steel fabrication.
• Shop floor or job site experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, budgeting, and implementation of capital projects involving mechanical systems in steel fabrication plants.
• Identify and specify mechanical equipment and systems for fabrication and erection processes.
• Develop and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely delivery and installation of components.
• Ensure designs and installations comply with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/industrial/manufacturing/construction engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

As the Mechanical Engineer of Capital Projects, you’ll be responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing capital expenditure projects related to steel fabrication and manufacturing. This role involves designing mechanical systems, managing automated machine installation project timelines and budgets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience in heavy industrial environments and a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles applied to manufacturing, automation and steel fabrication processes.

Position Overview:

• Project Planning & Execution: Lead the design, budgeting, and implementation of capital projects involving mechanical systems in steel fabrication plants.
• Equipment Specification & Procurement: Identify and specify mechanical equipment and systems required for fabrication and erection processes.
• Process Improvement: Analyze current operations and recommend changes to improve productivity, efficiency, safety, and quality. Mechanical design and overseeing the building of custom solutions is required.
• Technical Documentation: Develop and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Vendor Coordination: Work with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely delivery and installation of mechanical components.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all mechanical designs and installations comply with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinate with fabrication, erection, quality, and safety teams to align project goals and execution.
• Budget & Timeline Management: Monitor project costs and schedules to ensure alignment with capital expenditure plans.

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or steel fabrication industrial environment.
• Shop floor and/or job site experience required.

Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, construction engineering, or a related field.

Software & Technology:

• Proficient in 2D & 3D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and project management tools.

Work Environment:

• This position requires the ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
• This position requires as many hours needed to fulfill the daily and weekly obligations required to carry out the functions and may require occasional evening and weekends.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request for those who have disabilities that qualify under the American with Disabilities Act.

DBM Global, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.