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Purvis Industries LLC

Senior Mechanical Designer

19 days ago by Purvis Industries LLC
  • Salary negotiable
  • Houston, TX, US
  • Full-time
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Senior Mechanical Designer role designing bulk material handling systems (conveyors, ship/barge loaders/unloaders, stackers) for KMEC Engineering and Conveying (Purvis Industries) in Houston, onsite. You’ll produce mechanical/structural layouts and detailed drawings across 2D and 3D CAD tools, with occasional site visits. Standout perk: benefits package with 401k matching and an aggressive vacation schedule (plus commission).

Key skills
Bulk material handling system designMechanical GA, PFD and P&ID productionAutoCAD (2D drafting)RevitTeklaSolidWorksCEMA standardsAISC/ASCE/ASME/AWS standardsOSHA/MSHA compliance awarenessStructural drawings (layouts, plans, elevations, sections)
Salary not listed — comparable Houston senior mechanical designer roles in industrial/bulk material handling typically pay about $95k–$130k base, with benefits; this role also mentions commission.
You'll thrive here if you have 10+ years designing bulk material handling equipment and can independently deliver high-quality CAD drawings while collaborating with a team.
Why apply
  • Competitive salary plus commission
  • 401k matching and strong benefits
  • Aggressive vacation schedule
At KMEC Engineering and Conveying, we design and manufacture a wide range of bulk material handling installations, such as conveyors for overland or floating applications, as well as ship and barge loaders and unloaders. We also design and build radial stackers and TeleStackers. Additionally, we manufacture standard conveyors such as belt conveyors, drag conveyors, screw conveyors, and bucket elevators. We are currently looking for a Designer.

Senior Mechanical Designer

At KMEC Engineering and Conveying, we design and manufacture a wide range of bulk material handling installations, such as conveyors for overland or floating applications, as well as ship and barge loaders and unloaders. We also design and build radial stackers. Additionally, we manufacture standard conveyors such as belt conveyors, drag conveyors, screw conveyors, and bucket elevators. We are currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Designer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop bulk material handling systems designs
  • Strong knowledge of producing Mechanical GAs, PFD and P&ID
  • Develop structural (i.e., layouts, plans, elevations, sections & details) drawings within many aspects of Bulk Material Handling, including conveyors, cranes, storage facilities, etc.
  • Develop detailed drawings of mechanical equipment and supporting structure according to engineering sketches and specifications for bulk material handling systems
  • Produce 2D drawings in AutoCad and 3D software (Revit, Tekla, SolidWorks,
  • Occasionally travel to job sites to collect design information

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
  • Preferred Bachelors degree or Associate degree from two-year college or technical school
  • Strong Knowledge of CEMA /understanding of AISC, ASCE, ASME, AWS, OSHA, MSHA standards and practices preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years bulk material handling design experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in engineering and designing bulk material handling equipment is required
  • Ability to work independently
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment and be a self-starter
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft office
  • Must be able to process information and follow the guidelines
  • Demonstrates understanding and support of company initiatives and direction

KMEC offers a professional environment with competitive salary plus commission, and benefits that include medical, dental/vision, Life, and 401k matching, as well as an aggressive vacation schedule.

KMEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and promotes a drug free workplace.

Reference: 25765_537199214·Original posting
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