Contract hiring for Mechanical Engineer in San Antonio, TX

Job title: Mechanical Engineer
Duration: 6 month plus Contract
Location: San Antonio, TX
Experience: 0 2+ years

Responsibilities:

• Support mechanical design, piping, installation, and operation of process/pilot plant systems.
• Design piping per ASME B31.3 and prepare drawings, engineering documentation, and BOMs.
• Perform mechanical and thermodynamic calculations and specify instrumentation/components.
• Create/update P&IDs and support mechanical/electrical system integration.
• Coordinate with fabrication teams and verify installations against drawings/specifications.
• Provide hands-on support for process system construction, modification, and troubleshooting.
• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering required; 0 2+ years experience suitable for entry-level candidates.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, Excel, Microsoft Office; Visio/ANSYS and FEA/thermal simulation preferred.
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with engineering, fabrication, and operations teams.
• Support 24/7 facility operations as needed; day shift generally 8 AM 5 PM, with overtime/shift work possible. 50-lb lifting, outdoor/plant work, MVR, safety-sensitive requirements.