Mechanical Engineer Operations Engineering Team

Mechanical Engineer – Operations Engineering Team

Houston, TX 77058

$90,000 – $110,000 per year (DOE)

Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

U.S. Citizenship Required

Job Overview

Connect Staffing Solutions LLC is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join an Operations Engineering Team supporting facility operations in Houston, TX. This position is ideal for a self-driven professional who enjoys working independently while supporting complex mechanical systems, facility infrastructure, and maintenance operations in a fast-paced environment.

The selected candidate will provide engineering support for facility equipment, mechanical systems, and infrastructure projects while assisting with troubleshooting, maintenance planning, equipment analysis, and procedural development. This role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with critical building systems and operational equipment in a technically driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop procedural documents for the safe isolation and de-energization of facility equipment and systems
• Evaluate and analyze mechanical systems, hardware, and equipment to support repair and maintenance recommendations
• Conduct engineering analysis and research to support equipment replacement and operational improvements
• Investigate malfunctioning equipment and prepare detailed reports outlining findings and corrective recommendations
• Assist with design reviews and preparation of technical documentation and customer submittal packages
• Support facility operations engineering activities and ongoing maintenance initiatives
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and perform root cause analysis (RCA) for system failures
• Support preventative and predictive maintenance efforts across facility systems
• Analyze and support systems including HVAC, pumps, chillers, boilers, pressure vessels, compressed air, plumbing, and utility systems
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to support project objectives and operational reliability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred
• Minimum of four (4) years of mechanical engineering and facility maintenance experience
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, boilers, chillers, and pressure vessel systems
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and engineering documentation
• Knowledge of pressure systems code compliance requirements
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems and supporting maintenance operations preferred
• Familiarity with instrumentation, controls, PLCs, sensors, and industrial automation is a plus

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to manage priorities and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship: required
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain: required site access credentials
• Valid Driver’s License: and vehicle insurance required
• Ability: to pass background check, drug screening, and physical examination
• Must be able to communicate: effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience supporting government or large industrial facilities preferred
• Prior familiarity with large-scale facility operations and maintenance environments is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Stable full-time schedule with strong work-life balance
• Opportunity to work on critical facility operations and infrastructure systems
• Collaborative engineering environment with long-term career growth potential
• Hands-on role supporting complex mechanical systems and operational excellence

Apply Today

We are actively hiring and encourage qualified candidates to apply immediately.