Mechanical Engineering Manager

***Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis. StaffRight Associates and our clients do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is seeking a visionary Mechanical Engineering Manager to spearhead the development of sophisticated, high-capacity enclosure systems in the Greater San Antonio area. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will bridge the gap between complex conceptual design and tangible industrial solutions. As the primary technical authority, you will drive the engineering lifecycle for mission-critical power distribution modules and custom industrial housings, ensuring every product excels in durability, safety, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Architect sophisticated mechanical designs for industrial control housings, specialized skids, and integrated power distribution enclosures.

• Champion the evolution of internal engineering protocols, establishing gold-standard workflows and technical best practices.

• Synthesize efforts across diverse departments—including Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sales—to guarantee project delivery aligns with rigid timelines and technical scopes.

• Cultivate the next generation of engineering talent by providing high-level mentorship, career coaching, and rigorous technical oversight.

• Drive manufacturing optimization by identifying ways to increase design efficiency, promote component standardization, and streamline production.

• Optimize the integration of structural integrity and HVAC systems, ensuring cooling solutions are perfectly balanced for environmental resilience.

• Strategize material selection and component sourcing to meet unique geographic stressors and rigorous site-specific demands.

• Execute comprehensive technical documentation packages, including complex schematics and precise bills of materials (BOM), while ensuring total regulatory compliance.

• Interface as the lead technical consultant for high-profile clients, serving as the subject matter expert from initial inquiry through project completion.

What You Bring

• Academic Excellence: A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.

• Industry Expertise: At least 8 years of professional mechanical design experience, with a dedicated 5+ year focus on mission-critical enclosures (e.g., E-Houses, BESS, power shelters, or specialized generator housings).

• Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Revit and 3D AutoCAD for high-precision modeling.

• Domain Knowledge: Significant experience navigating UL standards and industrial construction requirements for large-scale modular assemblies.

• Professional Credentials: A Professional Engineer (PE) license is strongly preferred.

• Leadership Prowess: A proven track record of managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams toward shared technical milestones.

Working With StaffRight Associates

At StaffRight Associates, we are dedicated to connecting elite engineering leaders with career-defining roles that push the boundaries of industrial innovation. We offer a competitive compensation structure, including a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits, within a culture that rewards technical mastery and decisive leadership.

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions.

We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.