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Bowman Consulting · 2 days ago

Lead Designer, Mechanical - Houston, TX

Bowman Consulting is looking for a Lead Designer, Mechanical to join their team in Houston, TX. The role involves providing senior-level mechanical design leadership and technical expertise for complex engineering projects, ensuring high-quality, constructible solutions that meet project objectives.

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Responsibilities

Receive broad guidance regarding project objectives, priorities, and design standards, with significant autonomy in execution
Independently apply advanced mechanical design principles, industry standards, and best practices to complex and high-impact assignments
Serve as a technical authority for mechanical design, providing guidance, direction, and informal mentoring to designers and project teams
Perform senior-level review of mechanical drawings, models, and documentation to ensure quality, accuracy, consistency, and constructability
Identify design risks, conflicts, and gaps early and recommend effective solutions
Collaborate closely with senior engineers, project managers, and discipline leads to support project planning, execution, and delivery
Coordinate mechanical design efforts across multiple disciplines to ensure integration with architectural, structural, electrical, and process systems
Interface with clients, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies to support design coordination, permitting, and approvals
Contribute to development and refinement of mechanical design standards, workflows, and best practices
Support business development and marketing efforts by contributing technical expertise, design concepts, and proposal content as requested
Lead development of complex mechanical drawings, layouts, and 3D models using CAD platforms such as AutoCAD, CADWorks, or similar systems
Prepare, review, and approve complete mechanical drawing packages for construction, fabrication, and permitting
Develop and document detailed design concepts, layouts, submittals, specifications, and production documents
Create and maintain accurate 3D mechanical models that comply with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements
Perform advanced design calculations and support development of material, component, and equipment specifications
Provide detailed sketches, redlines, and technical direction for incorporation into construction and fabrication documents
Resolve complex design challenges by interpreting incomplete or conflicting inputs and applying sound technical judgment
Support QA/QC processes by conducting detailed reviews of drawings, specifications, and construction documents
Assist in preparation of permit applications, construction documents, and opinions of probable construction cost
Apply extensive knowledge of fabrication and construction methods to enhance constructability and efficiency of designs

Qualification

Mechanical design leadershipAutoCAD proficiency3D modeling expertiseMechanical design standardsFabrication methods knowledgeConstruction practices knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteProblem-solving attitudeTeam collaborationCommunication skills

Required

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent commensurate experience required
Ten (10+) or more years of progressively responsible experience in mechanical design and drafting
Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD, CADWorks, or comparable mechanical design software
Demonstrated experience producing and coordinating complex 3D mechanical models and drawing packages
Strong working knowledge of mechanical design standards, fabrication methods, and construction practices
Proven ability to process and manage engineering changes to existing drawings
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred

Associate's degree in mechanical engineering, architecture, or a related discipline

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Company

Bowman Consulting

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Bowman Consulting is a civil engineering company that provides engineering consulting services nationwide.

H1B Sponsorship

Bowman Consulting has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$220M
2025-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $70M
2024-05-03Post Ipo Debt· $100M
2024-03-26Post Ipo Secondary· $5M

Leadership Team

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Daniel Swayze
Chief Operating Officer
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Vijay Agrawal
Executive Vice President
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