Mechanical Engineer

MUST HAVE MUD PUMP EXPERIENCE. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a direct hire opportunity in Houston, TX, supporting the design and development of mud pumps, positive displacement pumps, frac pumps, and related mechanical equipment used in demanding industrial and oilfield environments. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced machine design engineer who wants to contribute to high-impact equipment development while working with a knowledgeable engineering team and supportive leadership.

The role offers a collaborative environment, technical challenge, stability, and the opportunity to influence product performance, reliability, safety, and manufacturability. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on mechanical design experience, strong analytical capability, and a practical engineering mindset. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys taking concepts through detailed design, analysis, testing, documentation, and continuous improvement.

• Design and refine mechanical equipment, including mud pumps, positive displacement pumps, frac pumps, and related systems.
• Develop detailed layouts, drawings, tolerance studies, component specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Perform stress analysis and support FEA activities to validate component strength, durability, and performance.
• Create and execute test plans for mechanical components and systems to confirm function and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on equipment conceptualization, product development, specification, and design reviews.
• Research hardware, software, purchased components, and manufacturing considerations to improve equipment performance and cost-effectiveness.

• Direct hire opportunity.
• Salary range: $90,000 to $118,000 per year, based on experience and final role alignment.
• Bonus potential: 10 percent incentive compensation plan, dependent on company profit margin.
• Location:
  
  Houston, TX.
• Hybrid schedule after training: 3 days in office and 2 days remote once fully trained and working independently.
• Core hours: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with flexibility to start earlier.
• Minimal travel required, including potential domestic travel about once per year and possible international travel once every 2 to 3 years.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate.
• Dress code:
  Business casual.

• Design and develop mud pumps, positive displacement pumps, frac pumps, or closely related mechanical equipment.
• Support machine design projects from concept through analysis, testing, documentation, and production support.
• Perform mechanical calculations, stress analysis, tolerance studies, and design validation.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and technical teams to improve equipment performance, reliability, and safety.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 5 or more years of experience developing machines, mechanical systems, or heavy industrial equipment.
• Direct design experience with mud pumps, positive displacement pumps, frac pumps, or closely related equipment is required.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as Creo, Inventor, or Solid Works.
• Experience using FEA tools such as Ansys or Solid Works Simulation.
• Ability to read and interpret P&, electrical schematics, and hydraulic schematics.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, component selection, tolerance analysis, and engineering documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering team environment with attention to detail and quality.

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on…