URGENT HIRING! Mechanical Engineering Manager – Santa Fe, TX

Distro; Santa Fe (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Distro is seeking an experienced Engineering & Design Manager to lead our engineering department, directing the design, development, and improvement of industrial valve products. The role requires a strong Mechanical Engineering background, proven leadership, and hands-on design knowledge within the Oil & Gas or industrial manufacturing sector.

You will mentor the engineering team, coordinate with manufacturing, and ensure projects meet quality and cost targets while complying with industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years engineering design experience in Oil & Gas.
• Experience leading or managing an engineering team.
• Strong grasp of mechanical design and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering team.
• Oversee design and development of industrial valve products.
• Manage engineering drawings, technical docs, and design changes.
• Ensure projects meet quality, deadlines, and budgets.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical design

Project management

SolidWorks

MathCAD

FEA

CFD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

MathCAD

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Engineering & Design Manager to lead our engineering department and oversee the design, development, and improvement of industrial valve products. This role requires a strong Mechanical Engineering background, proven leadership experience, and hands‑on knowledge of engineering design within the Oil & Gas or industrial manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering team.
• Oversee the design and development of industrial valve products.
• Manage engineering drawings, technical documentation, and design modifications.
• Ensure engineering projects meet quality standards, deadlines, and budget expectations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to support product development and resolve technical challenges.
• Coordinate with external engineering partners and suppliers when needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and engineering requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of engineering design experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Previous experience managing or leading an engineering team.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design and industrial manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with engineering design tools such as SolidWorks and MathCAD.
• Knowledge of FEA and CFD analysis.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as API 6D, API 6A, MSS-SP-81, and ASME.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial valve design, actuation, or piping systems.
• Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
• Background in design modifications and continuous product improvement.
• Candidates must currently reside in the United States.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Applicants must not require current or future employment visa sponsorship.
• This position is based in Santa Fe, Texas. Candidates must be able to work at the designated location.

$100,000 - $130,000 a year