URGENT HIRING! Mechanical Engineering Manager – Santa Fe, TX

Distro
Texas, US
On-site

Who this role is best for

Mechanical engineers with Oil & Gas industry experience and team leadership skills will find this management role in Santa Fe, Texas, a key opportunity for advancing their career.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years in Oil & Gas design and leadership experience in engineering teams
    — “at least 5 years of engineering design experience in the Oil & Gas industry”
  • Professionals fluent in SolidWorks, MathCAD, and industry standards like API 6D and ASME
    — “Proficiency with engineering design tools such as SolidWorks and MathCAD”
  • Individuals with a background in design modifications and continuous product improvement
    — “Background in design modifications and continuous product improvement”

Things to consider

  • Must be physically present in Santa Fe, Texas, with no remote flexibility implied
    — “This position is based in Santa Fe, Texas. Candidates must be able to work at the designated location.”
  • Only candidates legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered
    — “Applicants must not require current or future employment visa sponsorship.”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize leadership achievements and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing teams
    — “Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to support product development and resolve technical challenges.”
  • Showcase experience with API 6D, API 6A, and ASME standards in your resume and interviews
    — “Knowledge of FEA and CFD analysis.”
  • Highlight your ability to manage technical documentation and engineering drawings effectively
    — “Manage engineering drawings, technical documentation, and design modifications.”
  • Demonstrate your track record in leading innovation in industrial valve design
    — “Oversee the design and development of industrial valve products.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • led engineering team
  • oversaw product design and development
Typical background
mechanical engineeringengineering management

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical EngineeringEngineering ManagementProduct DesignManufacturing ProcessesEngineering Design Tools

Preferred

Industrial Valve DesignPDM Systems

Stack & domain

Mechanical EngineeringDesignManufacturingSolidworksMathcadFEACFDLeadershipProblem-solvingTeamworkEngineering

About the role

Original posting from Distro via Lever

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.

Interested in leading engineering innovation in the Oil & Gas industry? Apply today!

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Source: Distro careers (Lever)

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