Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Ajulia Executive Search; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajulia Executive Search is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead design for modular systems, focusing on HVAC architecture and thermal solutions. You will develop models, drawings, specs, calculation packages, and test plans with strong configuration control and PLM accuracy.

You will plan multi-project activities, conduct design and safety reviews, and drive improvements in constructability and performance while collaborating with vendors and internal teams on RFQs and make-versus-buy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Mechanical design experience in manufacturing or industrial product development.
• Experience with HVAC, piping/fluid systems, sheet metal and Weldments, material selection.
• Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD tools and GD&T/drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for modular systems including HVAC architecture and thermal solutions.
• Develop engineering documentation and ensure PLM/PDM accuracy.
• Plan and manage engineering activities across projects and conduct design reviews.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on evaluations and buy decisions.
• Support manufacturing, testing, field activities, and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC

Piping & fluid systems

Sheet metal & weldments

CAD tools

GD&T

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in related technical discipline (preferred)

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Mechanical

PLM/PDM

Job description

• Lead mechanical design for modular systems, including HVAC architecture, airflow/thermal solutions, piping layouts, and structural assemblies optimized for manufacturability and durability.
• Develop engineering documentation such as models, drawings, specifications, calculation packages, and test plans while maintaining strong configuration control and PLM/PDM accuracy
• Plan and manage engineering activities across multiple projects, conduct design and safety reviews, and integrate feedback to improve constructability and performance
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on technical evaluations, RFQs, submittal reviews, and make‑versus‑buy decisions to support project execution
• Support manufacturing, testing, and field activities by resolving build issues, executing FAT/SAT and commissioning procedures, and driving corrective and preventive actions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree in a related technical discipline preferred
• Mechanical design experience in manufacturing or industrial product development, ideally within modular, utility, or data‑center environments
• Strong expertise in HVAC, piping/fluid systems, sheet metal and weldments, material selection, dynamic analysis, and integrated controls
• Proficient with 2D/3D CAD tools (Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD Mechanical), PLM/PDM systems, and advanced GD&T and drafting standards
• Hands‑on experience with validation testing, commissioning, field support, and familiarity with FEA/CFD workflows and test correlation
• Solid knowledge of industry codes and standards (ASHRAE, AMCA, ASME, ASTM, AWS) and strong applied engineering and mathematical skills