Mechanical Engineer – Electrical Enclosures & Systems Design

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Mechanical Engineer – Electrical Enclosures & Systems Design | Cypress, TX

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Cypress, TX as a Mechanical Engineer – Electrical Enclosures & Systems Design . You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the Houston metro and beyond to apply.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better.

Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

Competitive salary

401K retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options

Paid overtime

Flexible work schedule

Employees working in Cypress, TX have a short commute from Houston, Katy, Tomball, Spring, The Woodlands, Jersey Village, Hockley, Waller, and Magnolia. This role is supported by our broader regional teams in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota, where our office locations are based.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

Engineer III: $43.27–$49.04/hour

Senior Engineer: $46.63–$53.85/hour

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. Paid overtime may be available.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Mechanical Engineer – Electrical Enclosures & Systems Design in Cypress, TX , you will:

Serve as a core contributor to Systems Solutions design efforts, supporting strategic growth and customer‑focused engineering outcomes

Lead and coordinate medium‑scale mechanical engineering designs across a rapidly expanding business segment

Develop new mechanical designs and provide expert guidance on existing projects

Act as a trusted advisor to cross‑functional teams, ensuring on‑time delivery and high‑value engineering solutions

Drive clarity, manufacturability, and ease‑of‑execution in all design recommendations

Collaborate closely with the Sr. ETO (Engineering-to-Order) Design Manager and engineering partners across the organization

Oversee creation and release of drawings, analyses, test plans, and engineering documentation

Select appropriate mechanical components for project construction

Create new parts and Bills of Material and load them into the ERP system

Track, support, and report design changes throughout the project lifecycle

Provide documentation support to application engineering, sales, and estimating teams

Support manufacturing and production teams in resolving build challenges

Prepare quote packages and recommend design improvements to enhance manufacturability and reduce cost

Apply technical standards across reviews, documentation, and design work

Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners

Contribute to projects that impact communities in Houston, Katy, Tomball, Spring, The Woodlands, Jersey Village, Hockley, Waller, and Magnolia, and the greater Houston, TX metro

Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering required

Experience with mechanical systems including sheet metal enclosures, structural systems, and thermal management

Background in small‑ to medium‑scale system design (electrical enclosures, panel layout, seismic considerations, heat management)

Proficiency with major ERP and CAD systems (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Working knowledge of ASME, NEMA, UL, IEC, and related mechanical engineering standards

Skilled in generating and reviewing engineering documentation (BOMs, drawings, tolerance stack‑ups, GD&T)

Strong Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities

Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment

Understanding of structural and thermal analysis using FEA/CFD tools (ANSYS, COMSOL, or similar)

SKILLS AND VALUES

Capable of working independently and as a team member

Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity

Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset

Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking

Effective verbal and written communication

Desire to work on a variety of projects

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Cypress, TX, and the greater Houston, TX metro area.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job ID: 20261053