Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Pop-Up Talent; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pop-Up Talent in Schertz, TX is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer to design, develop, and support mechanical systems for custom industrial automation machinery throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong SolidWorks skills, hands-on experience in electro-mechanical equipment design, and the ability to manage multiple projects end-to-end, including fabrication and installation. Occasional travel and onsite work are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or similar engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in equipment design; 8+ years preferred for senior-level consideration.
• Excellent SolidWorks CAD skills are required.
• Excellent technical, organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage mechanical design projects through the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Extensive time spent using SolidWorks CAD software.
• Development of conceptual designs for custom automation equipment.
• Creation of CAD models for all parts of a project.
• Creation of CAD assemblies.
• Creation of manufacturing drawings.
• Creation of assembly drawings with accurate BOM for the assembly department.
• Specifying purchased components from various vendors.
• Entering purchased parts in the purchasing schedule to release for procurement.
• Entering projects into E2 Shop Tech Scheduler.
• Serving as project manager for various projects while assisting other engineers with ancillary efforts.
• Tracking all aspects of an assigned project.
• Creation of project documentation.
• Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical design and equipment issues.
• Supporting the mechanical design process through fabrication, assembly, testing, and installation.
• Periodic travel to customer sites for evaluation and installation efforts.

Skills

SolidWorks CAD

Project management

Troubleshooting

Engineering lifecycle

Robotics

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

CSWP/CSWE

Onsite work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/industrial engineering

Tools

E2 Shop Tech Scheduler

Job description

• Travel: Approximately 10%, including occasional overnight stays for customer installations

ABOUT US:

• We are a well-established industrial automation and engineering company with a history dating back to 1929. Originally founded to provide precision tooling to local manufacturers, we have evolved alongside advances in factory production and today focus primarily on factory automation and process control systems
• Our work goes beyond standard equipment manufacturing. We design and build custom industrial automation solutions tailored to the unique production needs of our customers. Our multidisciplinary teams bring together mechanical engineering, robotics, controls, and manufacturing expertise to transform complex production requirements into reliable, innovative equipment
• From initial concept and engineering design through fabrication, assembly, installation, and ongoing support, we are involved throughout the project lifecycle. This provides our engineers with the opportunity to work on challenging, highly customized projects and see their designs move from the drawing board to real-world production environments

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer will work within a multidisciplinary design team and is responsible for the design, development, and support of all aspects of mechanical systems for custom industrial automation machinery, throughout all phases of the project lifecycle
• Qualified candidates will be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the field of electro-mechanical equipment design and manufacture. The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on experience designing custom automation equipment and be capable of managing projects through the complete mechanical design lifecycle, from conceptual design through manufacturing, assembly, installation, and troubleshooting

Detailed responsibilities include:

• Extensive time spent using SolidWorks CAD software
• Development of conceptual designs for custom automation equipment
• Creation of CAD models for all parts of a project
• Creation of CAD assemblies
• Creation of manufacturing drawings
• Creation of assembly drawings with accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for the assembly department
• Specifying purchased components from various vendors
• Entering purchased parts in the purchasing schedule to release for procurement
• Entering projects into E2 Shop Tech Scheduler
• Serving as project manager for various projects while assisting other engineers with ancillary efforts
• Tracking all aspects of an assigned project
• Creation of project documentation
• Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical design and equipment issues
• Supporting the mechanical design process through fabrication, assembly, testing, and installation
• Periodic travel to customer sites for evaluation and installation efforts

The successful candidate must be capable of managing the full mechanical project lifecycle and have a strong track record of completing substantial custom automation projects. Candidates should have experience with approximately 21–30 or more significant projects, rather than primarily a high volume of small or limited‑scope projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or similar engineering or related technical field
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in equipment design, with 8+ years preferred for senior‑level consideration
• Excellent SolidWorks CAD skills are required
• Excellent technical, organizational, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage mechanical design projects through the full project lifecycle

THE PREFERRED CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• SolidWorks certifications (CSWP or CSWE)
• Significant experience in both robotics and hard automation
• Significant experience with hydraulic and/or pneumatic systems and related controls
• Ability to lead a project through the entire mechanical phase of design
• Understanding of controls automation components
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and equipment problem‑solving skills
• Experience taking custom automation designs from concept through manufacturing, assembly, testing, and installation
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering and design team

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• This is a highly technical senior‑level design position, and candidates are expected to meet nearly all of the requirements outlined above

In particular, candidates must have:

• Strong experience in custom automation and equipment design
• Demonstrated ability to manage the full project lifecycle
• Significant experience designing and delivering substantial custom automation projects
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving capabilities
• Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Willingness to work onsite in Schertz, TX
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%, including occasional overnight stays for customer installation activities

Candidates who meet the qualifications will proceed through a structured interview process:

• First Interview – Phone Screening: Initial phone interview to discuss experience, technical background, project history, and overall fit for the position
• Second Interview – Team Interview: Candidates advancing to the second round will meet with the engineering/team members for a more detailed discussion of their technical experience and project background
• SolidWorks Evaluation: Candidates who advance to the second‑round interview will complete a SolidWorks skills evaluation. This assessment is intended to validate the candidate's practical CAD capabilities and proficiency with SolidWorks

READY TO BUILD WHAT'S NEXT?

• If you're a highly skilled mechanical designer who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and turning concepts into real-world automation systems, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact
• Bring your SolidWorks expertise, custom automation experience, and project leadership skills to a team developing innovative industrial equipment from concept to installation. If you're ready to take ownership of challenging projects and see your designs come to life, we'd love to hear from you

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.