Enhance Recruiting ยท 16 hours ago
Lead Mechanical Engineer
Enhance Recruiting is seeking a Lead Engineer in the San Antonio, TX area who will serve as a technical lead for the design and execution of custom industrial control panel enclosures and mechanical systems. This hands-on role ensures products meet UL standards and supports cross-functional teams across various engineering domains.
Responsibilities
Lead mechanical design of industrial control panel enclosures, skids, cabinets, and integrated mechanical assemblies
Maintain and improve internal engineering standards and best practices
Partner with Project Managers, Electrical Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing to deliver projects on schedule and within scope
Mentor junior engineers and designers through technical guidance and design reviews
Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, standardization, and manufacturability
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and production
Lead and oversee the design of custom generator enclosures and integrated power distribution systems
Structural & HVAC Integration: Collaborate across disciplines to ensure structural and cooling systems are optimized for durability, safety, and efficiency
Material & Component Strategy: Specify materials and components to align geographic and environmental considerations
Documentation & Compliance: Produce detailed design packages including drawings, bill of materials, and technical documentation; ensure adherence to regulatory and quality standards
Client Collaboration: Serve as a primary technical interface with clients throughout the lifecycle of each project
Project Management: Drive engineering schedules and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet milestones
Mentorship: Lead design reviews, mentor junior engineers, and uphold rigorous quality assurance standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Minimum 5-8 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 5 years collaborating with mission critical custom enclosures
Expertise in mechanical design within commercial or industrial construction settings
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD (3D), and related engineering design tools
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred
Benefits
Competitive base
Relocation support