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Electro-Mechanical Designer
Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Contract to Hire
Compensation: $50 - $60 per hour
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Designer for a contract-to-hire position based in Houston, TX, with a hybrid work arrangement. As part of the Mechanical Design Group, you will review customer requirements, specifications, and existing products to develop equipment systems and layouts. You will be responsible for providing assembly and detail drawings based on project electrical drawings and BOMs, and for creating system designs that include structural, mechanical, assembly, and sub-assemblies. Your work will be communicated through ACAD 3D and Solidworks drawings and associated BOMs. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and the ability to deliver production-level drawings with limited direction.
WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Interpret electrical drawings, BOMs, general arrangement drawings, standard product assembly drawings, and company/industry standards for project requirements
• Determine proper sizing and spacing of power conductors, including bus bar and cabling
• Create 3D models of products and subsequent detail drawings, sectional views, fabrication and assembly views, and BOM callouts using ACAD 3D and Solidworks
• Generate documentation, including design specifications, to support manufacturing and assembly of products
• Collaborate and interface with electrical, project, operations, field service, and sales teams to ensure project deliverables
• Conduct design reviews to verify adherence to customer specifications and industry standards
• Support internal and external production teams in resolving issues during manufacturing and assembly
• Execute the design process from inception through delivery
• Assist sales teams with project proposals and provide technical input as needed
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

WHAT YOU BRING

• 10+ years of electro-mechanical design experience, preferably in power distribution, generator controls, VFDs, and MCCs
• Hands-on knowledge of electrical systems, including switchgear, control panels, and VFDs
• Proficient in ACAD 3D and Solidworks for system and structural design tasks
• Experience with weldments, skid design, sheet metal design, power distribution, and cable routing
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and assembly techniques
• Familiarity with applicable codes (NEC, IEC, IEE, NFPA, ABS, and other relevant codes)
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, BOMs, and general arrangement drawings
• Experience in power systems and control panel layouts, with knowledge of clearance, operation, and maintenance constraints
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-departmental work
• Self-starter capable of delivering production-level drawings with limited direction
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Mechanical, structural, electrical, and controls design experience
• Drilling application power systems experience is a plus

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account and Dependent Care FSA
• Supplemental coverage options
• 401k plan with company match and full vesting upon eligibility
• Paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with services such as virtual counseling, financial and legal services, and life coaching
• Flexible work environment

ABOUT BROOKSOURCE
At Brooksource, relationships are the foundation of everything we do. Since 2000, we've built lasting partnerships with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver an exceptional experience across every engagement. As a trusted IT and Engineering services provider, Brooksource supports Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our proprietary Workforce Transformation program. We offer flexible hiring models, including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement, to meet your evolving business needs. Brooksource is a certified partner of leading platforms, including Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, and Google Cloud, enabling us to deliver scalable, end-to-end technology solutions. With a growing national footprint, Brooksource is redefining expectations in IT consulting, engineering services, and technology workforce solutions.
EEO STATEMENT
Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
PAY DISCLAIMER
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.
EEO:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits & Perks:
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee's needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.