Posted August 09, 2026
Mechanical Designer 3
Sterling Engineering Inc.
Missouri City, TX, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Title: Mechanical Designer – Industrial
Location: Remote (Preferred: Lenexa, KS or Lone Tree, CO)
Hire Type: Contract to Hire
Salary: $35–$60/hr (depending on experience/location)
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision
Location: Remote (Preferred: Lenexa, KS or Lone Tree, CO)
Hire Type: Contract to Hire
Salary: $35–$60/hr (depending on experience/location)
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision
Sterling Engineering is looking for a Mechanical Designer to support industrial projects. This role offers flexibility to work remotely or in-office if located near a preferred office location.
Job Duties:
- Develop 3D equipment models using SmartPlant 3D or similar design software
- Support early-stage project design and layout development
- Create and modify P&IDs, schematics, and mechanical drawings
- Perform 3D piping design and routing
- Collaborate across project teams on a variety of industrial projects
Qualifications:
- Minimum 4+ years of mechanical design experience (piping and systems)
- Experience creating 3D models and design documentation
- Knowledge of piping support design
- Experience with data center mechanical systems (chilled water, CRAH, CDU) preferred
- Proficient in SmartPlant 3D (preferred), AutoCAD, or MicroStation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Education:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in CAD or related field preferred with 4+ years of experience
- OR High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years of mechanical design experience
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin
