Senior Mechanical Designer | 3D Modeling & CAD Expert

Kirby Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stewart & Stevenson in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to create and maintain 3D models of standard equipment parts and assemblies. You will prepare layouts and drawings of assemblies, installations, and systems, and revise documentation as needed.

The role requires strong CAD skills in SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor, familiarity with PDM/Vault, and ability to read blueprints and schematics. Effective communication and teamwork are essential in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 5–7 years related experience; degrees preferred.
• Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• SolidWorks and Inventor experience with PDM/Vault.
• Experience with ERP systems, especially Oracle E-Business Suite.

Responsibilities

• Utilize design and drafting software to develop layouts of new design concepts and draw components and assemblies in 3D under direction.
• Create standard 2D component drawings, fabrication drawings, assemblies, and schematics from models or 2D drawings.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Modify 3D models and 2D drawings and issue ECOs per company standards.
• Interface with shop staff to address production issues and resolve them efficiently.

Skills

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

GD&T

MS Office

ERP knowledge

PDM

Macros in SolidWorks

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Oracle E-Business Suite

Vault Professional

Job description

Stewart & Stevenson in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to create and maintain 3D models of standard equipment parts and assemblies. You will prepare layouts and drawings of assemblies, installations, and systems, and revise documentation as needed.

The role requires strong CAD skills in SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor, familiarity with PDM/Vault, and ability to read blueprints and schematics. Effective communication and teamwork are essential in a manufacturing environment.