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Must have7
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Proficient with CAD software (SolidWorks or Autodesk)
Working knowledge of rolling element bearings and sleeve/babbitt bearings
Working knowledge of mechanical seals and oil seals
Working knowledge of shaft alignment
Working knowledge of vibration spectrums and interpretation
Comfortable using precision measuring tools (micrometers and calipers)
Nice to have6
3+ years total across rotating equipment repair or overhaul
3+ years total across rotating equipment manufacturing
3+ years total across rotating equipment package design and assembly
3+ years total across field service for mechanical equipment
3+ years total across vibration analysis or diagnostics
Familiarity with seal and bearing clearances to shafts
Skills
SolidWorks
Autodesk
CAD
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
HSA
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Gym membership
Wellness program
EAP
Disability insurance
About the company
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role
We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer for our Pasadena electromechanical service center. This role is primarily based on-site, splitting time between hands-on mechanical work, shop inspections, precision measurements, engineering documentation, and occasional field service overhauls. You will serve as the technical point of contact for customers and work in close coordination with our repair shop, machine shop, and internal quotation teams to drive heavy rotating equipment repairs from teardown to assembly.
Location: Pasadena, TX Service Center (with up to 40% field service assignments)
Key Responsibilities:
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Support day-to-day shop and field operations, including rotating equipment inspections, teardowns, repair evaluations, and hands-on overhauls (with field service assignments up to 40% as required).
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Collaborate with the machine shop, quotation team, and internal stakeholders on mechanical findings to define accurate repair scopes.
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Perform or verify precision measurements using micrometers and calipers, document findings clearly, and complete assigned tasks on schedule.
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Create and update CAD drawings (SolidWorks or Autodesk) to document design or repair changes for customer review.
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Act as the primary mechanical point of contact for customers during on-site inspections and repair evaluations.
Requirements
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Preferred Background (3+ years total across one or more areas):
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Rotating equipment repair or overhaul
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Rotating equipment manufacturing
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Rotating equipment package design and assembly
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Field service for mechanical equipment
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Vibration analysis or diagnostics
Technical Skills & Knowledge:
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Proficient with CAD software (SolidWorks or Autodesk)
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Working knowledge of: Rolling element bearings and sleeve/babbitt bearings. Mechanical seals and oil seals. Shaft alignment. Vibration spectrums and interpretation.
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Comfortable using precision measuring tools (micrometers and calipers)
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Familiarity with seal and bearing clearances to shafts is preferred (on-the-job training provided).
What we offer you
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Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
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Health Savings Account (HSA)
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401(k) with 6% company match
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Paid time off and paid holidays
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Paid parental leave
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Gym membership and wellness program
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Short- and long-term disability insurance
Legal
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.