3 years' experience in rotating equipment repairs or similar fields
Proficient with CAD software (AutoDesk or Solidworks)
Knowledge of rolling element bearings, sleeve babbitt bearings, and oil seals
Ability to interpret vibration spectrums and perform alignment checks
Familiarity with micrometer usage and bearing clearances preferred, with on-the-job training available
Responsibilities
Coordinate communication between machine shop, quotation department, and customers
Engage in inspections to develop accurate work scopes
Document design changes and create customer drawings using CAD software
Perform or confirm precise measurements with micrometers and calipers
Be actively involved in daily operations and hands-on tasks
Benefits
Paid parental leave
Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Vision and dental insurance
Gym membership
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
Wellness program
Paid holidays
Full Job Description
About the role
We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer for our Pasadena electromechanical service center. This role is primarily based on-site, splitting time between hands-on mechanical work, shop inspections, precision measurements, engineering documentation, and occasional field service overhauls. You will serve as the technical point of contact for customers and work in close coordination with our repair shop, machine shop, and internal quotation teams to drive heavy rotating equipment repairs from teardown to assembly.
Location: Pasadena, TX Service Center (with up to 40% field service assignments)
Key Responsibilities:
Support day-to-day shop and field operations, including rotating equipment inspections, teardowns, repair evaluations, and hands-on overhauls (with field service assignments up to 40% as required).
Collaborate with the machine shop, quotation team, and internal stakeholders on mechanical findings to define accurate repair scopes.
Perform or verify precision measurements using micrometers and calipers, document findings clearly, and complete assigned tasks on schedule.
Create and update CAD drawings (SolidWorks or Autodesk) to document design or repair changes for customer review.
Act as the primary mechanical point of contact for customers during on-site inspections and repair evaluations.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Preferred Background (3+ years total across one or more areas):
Rotating equipment repair or overhaul
Rotating equipment manufacturing
Rotating equipment package design and assembly
Field service for mechanical equipment
Vibration analysis or diagnostics
Technical Skills & Knowledge:
Proficient with CAD software (SolidWorks or Autodesk)
Working knowledge of: Rolling element bearings and sleeve/babbitt bearings. Mechanical seals and oil seals. Shaft alignment. Vibration spectrums and interpretation.
Comfortable using precision measuring tools (micrometers and calipers)
Familiarity with seal and bearing clearances to shafts is preferred (on-the-job training provided).
What we offer you
Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) with 6% company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Gym membership and wellness program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
About Sulzer
Sulzer is a global leader in fluid engineering. The company was founded in 1834 and is headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland. Sulzer provides a wide range of products and services to customers in the oil and gas, power, and water industries. The company's products include pumps, mixers, and agitators, as well as separation and filtration equipment. Sulzer also provides maintenance and repair services for its products. In addition, the company offers a variety of engineering services, including process optimization and plant design. Sulzer operates in more than 40 countries and has a workforce of over 15,000 employees.
