Mechanical Engineer - Capital Projects

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

Job summary

DBM Global, Inc. in Phoenix is seeking a Mechanical Engineer – Capital Projects to plan, design, and oversee capital projects in steel fabrication and manufacturing.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, schedules, and risk, and ensure the safe, compliant installation of mechanical systems using CAD tools.

A bachelor's degree in mechanical/industrial/manufacturing engineering and 3+ years in manufacturing or steel fabrication are required; travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience designing mechanical systems for manufacturing and steel fabrication.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication across engineering and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, budgeting, and implementation of capital projects.
• Specify mechanical equipment and systems for fabrication and erection.
• Analyze operations and recommend efficiency, safety, quality improvements.
• Develop and maintain engineering drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for delivery and installation.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with fabrication, erection, quality, and safety teams.
• Monitor costs and schedules to align with capex plans.

Skills

Mechanical design

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/industrial/manufacturing engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Capital Projects

Reports to: VP Technology and CI

Department: Engineering

Status: Regular Full Time Position – Exempt/Salary

Position Value Proposition

The Mechanical Engineer will 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.

Core Responsibilities

• 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 build 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.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform. Above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced or delegated by management to meet the business needs of the company)

Required qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) to perform essential functions of this position:

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.

Specialized Knowledge – Certificates & Licenses

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, structural steel components, and fabrication processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities across engineering and operations teams.
• Understand safety standards and regulatory compliance in industrial environments.

Software & Technology

Position will require the use of 2D & 3D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and project management tools.

Work Environment

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. Travel will be required up to 30% of the time. This position is indoors in a climate-controlled office. 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.