Weekend Performance Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

Position Overview

The Mechanical Engineer – Power Generation is responsible for providing comprehensive technical support for mechanical power generation products throughout the product lifecycle. This includes support for sales, supply chain, manufacturing, and after-sales operations. The position interfaces with internal stakeholders and external customers to ensure mechanical product performance, compliance with specifications, and effective issue resolution. Candidates with experience in utilities or major power generation companies are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support to internal teams—including sales, supply chain, manufacturing, and aftersales—to ensure accurate application, selection, and utilization of power generation equipment.
• Respond to technical inquiries from external customers, utilities, OEM partners, and service providers regarding product performance, specifications, installation, and troubleshooting.
• Review and interpret mechanical drawings, engineering standards, specifications, and technical documentation related to power generation systems and associated components.
• Support root-cause analysis for mechanical product or field issues and contribute to the development of corrective actions and long-term reliability improvements.
• Participate in product development and sustain engineering efforts to enhance product reliability, manufacturability, durability, and operational performance.
• Prepare, review, and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, test procedures, engineering change records, manuals, and training materials.
• Provide technical input to sales teams during bid and proposal development, including equipment sizing, performance evaluation, and compliance with customer specifications.
• Assist supply chain operations by evaluating technical compliance of purchased mechanical components, providing engineering clarification, and resolving supplier-related issues.
• Support aftersales and field service operations through commissioning assistance, mechanical diagnostics, maintenance guidance, and warranty assessments.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with relevant industry codes, regulatory requirements, and company standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 2 years of experience in power generation, utility operations, industrial rotating machinery, or related mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems used in power generation, such as turbines, engines, heat exchangers, rotating equipment, fuel systems, and associated mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, 3D models, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated analytical, diagnostic, and technical communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience working with electric utilities, EPC firms, or OEMs in the power generation sector.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ASME, API, ISO, and utility-specific requirements.
• Familiarity with power plant operations, mechanical system integration, and performance testing.
• Prior experience supporting cross‐functional engineering, manufacturing, or field service environments.

Additional Notes

The Mechanical Engineer – Power Generation is expected to perform all duties with a strong commitment to safety, ensuring the well-being of themselves, coworkers, customers, and third parties always.

The role requires flexibility to work extended hours, including days, and as needed, nights, weekends, and holidays to support project and service requirements.

This position involves frequent travel to customer sites, and project locations, which may include remote or challenging environments. Work conditions may vary and include indoor and outdoor settings, exposure to varying weather conditions, and active industrial or construction sites. The Account Manager for Power Generation Products must consistently follow all safety protocols and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.