Mechanical Design Engineer

job summary:
Industry leader seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to design, develop, and optimize industrial steel pallet racking systems and integrated storage solutions. You should have experience designing racking systems or automated storage retrieval systems (AS/RS). Financially strong company with a great culture of growth and integrity. Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days remote. Competitive pay, benefits, relocation assistance, and advancement opportunities.

location: Houston, Texas
job type: Permanent
salary: $90,000 - 120,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Create and refine detailed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings for uprights, beams, and specialized racking components using design software

• Perform basic structural analysis and load capacity calculations to ensure racking configurations meet seismic and weight-load requirements

• Collaborate with the production team to optimize designs for various manufacturing processes to reduce scrap and lead times

• Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering change notices (ECNs)

• Iterate designs based on load testing performance data and failure analysis

requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field; equivalent experience to be considered

• Required: experience designing steel pallet racking systems or automated storage retrieval system (AS/RS)

• Knowledge of RMI (Rack Manufacturers Institute) or AISI standards for cold-formed steel design highly preferred

• Advanced experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and 2D drafting. Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software is a plus

benefits:

• Full-time direct-hire position with full benefits

• Healthcare

• Retirement

• Paid time off

• Tuition reimbursement (you and your kids!)

• Company stock, bonuses, etc

• Career and earnings growth

qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

 
skills:

• Mechanical Design
• RMI Standards
• Rack Manufacturers Institute
• Pallet racking
• Steel racking
• Material handling
• Automated storage retrieval
• AS/RS
  
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
  At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on randstadusa.com.
  
  
  Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
  
  This posting is open for thirty (30) days.