MRO Design Engineer Rotating Equipment

MRO Design Engineer – Rotating Equipment

Location: Houston, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time / Direct-Hire
Work Arrangement: Full-Time Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking an MRO Design Engineer to support the inspection, repair, modification, and upgrade of complex rotating equipment and industrial power transmission systems. This hands-on engineering role combines mechanical design, reverse engineering, failure analysis, and manufacturing support with direct involvement in shop-floor repair and overhaul activities.

The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering background, strong SolidWorks capabilities, and experience with rotating equipment, gear drives, mechanical power transmission, or industrial equipment repair.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Design & MRO Engineering

• Develop engineering solutions for the repair, modification, and upgrade of industrial rotating equipment
• Evaluate equipment and components to determine repair, reuse, or replacement requirements
• Perform dimensional inspections and reverse engineering of components and assemblies
• Develop detailed 3D models, mechanical drawings, and component specifications using SolidWorks
• Perform engineering calculations supporting gear manufacturing and repair
• Define engineering scopes of work and develop repair procedures and manufacturing instructions

Failure Analysis & Technical Support

• Perform failure and root cause analysis on mechanical equipment and components
• Prepare technical reports documenting findings and recommended corrective actions
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, manufacturing, and equipment performance issues
• Provide hands-on engineering support during machining, inspection, assembly, and repair activities
• Implement corrective actions to ensure repairs meet engineering and quality requirements

Project & Customer Support

• Support projects from initial equipment inspection through repair and final delivery
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, field service, manufacturing, and operations teams
• Provide technical guidance to shop personnel throughout repair and manufacturing activities
• Ensure repairs and modifications meet customer specifications, engineering standards, and quality expectations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of mechanical design or manufacturing engineering experience
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks, CAD, and 3D mechanical modeling
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, engineering drawings, and manufacturing processes
• Experience developing detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to provide hands-on engineering support within a manufacturing or service center environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of mechanical design, manufacturing, or MRO engineering experience
• Experience with rotating equipment, industrial gear drives, or mechanical power transmission systems
• Hands-on gearbox repair, overhaul, inspection, or manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of gear design and engineering calculations
• Experience with fluid film and rolling element bearings
• Knowledge of vibration analysis and rotating equipment diagnostics
• Experience with failure analysis and reverse engineering
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365/Office Suite
• Ability to travel occasionally as required

Candidate Must-Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of mechanical design or manufacturing engineering experience
• Strong SolidWorks and CAD experience
• Experience creating mechanical models and detailed engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of mechanical components and manufacturing processes
• Willingness to work full-time onsite in Houston, TX