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Junior · 1+ year exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. Powell Industries scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Powell Industries is a Houston-based manufacturer of custom-engineered electrical power distribution and control equipment, including ANSI and IEC metal-clad and metal-enclosed switchgear, circuit breakers, DC switchgear, power rectifiers and integrated electrical houses. Founded in 1947 as a metal-working shop serving Houston petrochemical plants, it serves oil and gas, petrochemical, utility, transit and commercial markets, with plants and service centers in the US, in Canada through Powell Canada, and in the UK. It hires mechanical and electrical assemblers, painters, fabrication machine operators, electrical engineers, field service technicians and supervisors.

Position Summary

A Mechanical Designer is responsible for creating and designing mechanical systems, products, or

components using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They collaborate with engineers and project

managers to develop innovative and efficient designs, ensuring functionality, safety, and adherence to

industry standards. Mechanical Designers create detailed drawings, perform calculations, and conduct

simulations to test and validate designs. They may also assist in prototype development, manufacturing

processes, and troubleshooting mechanical issues. Strong technical skills, creativity, attention to detail,

and knowledge of engineering principles are essential for success in this role.

Essential Responsibilities

Assist Mechanical Engineering efforts in product development process.

Create basic design drawings with assistance.

Create documentation to support assembly.

Gain familiarity with strengths of materials, steel and copper.

Gain familiarity with industry codes and standards.

Gain familiarity with electrical design.

Strive to keep current on the 'state of the art' in design specialty through periodicals, trade

magazines, and continuing education.

Learn policies and procedures, work instruction, ISO policies, Safety Rules and Regulations, and

vendor products.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Graduate or GED.

Minimum 1 year of design experience in a manufacturing environment.

Basic drafting/CAD skills, Inventor, or 3D CAD software required.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills, Abilities & other Requirements

Working & Environmental Conditions

Generally, requires working in a climate-controlled environment.

Physical requirements include talking, hearing, reaching, and the ability to use a computer keyboard and mouse.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

There will be some work in a laboratory and shop environments and exposure to the elements of our shop.

There will be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities.

This description is not intended to be a complete statement of the position, but rather to act as a guide to the general work to be performed. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual's competencies and customer requirements impact the actual role performed.

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