Senior Engineer, Mechanical

At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America's communities with world-class utility and telecom solutions. We reliably build a better world together; one customer, one team, and one community at a time.

Our teams live out the organization's core values of integrity, commitment, innovation, and connection. That's how we continuously exceed our high standards of enterprise excellence-by creating a space for our engaged employees to thrive.

With consistent hiring opportunities nationwide and countless career levels, chances are the next big step on your career path starts here. We work with our employees to create customized career paths and development in all facets of the organization. People will always be our greatest asset, and we place emphasis on enhancing the lives of our employees.

Scope of Responsibility

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design and implementation of modular infrastructure solutions-such as containerized enclosures, skids, and factory-built assemblies-serving the Data Center, Utility, Fiber, and Telecommunications sectors. Operating within a multi-discipline civil/electrical/mechanical team, this role provides technical leadership across HVAC systems, piping/fluid systems, metal forming/fabrication, dynamic analysis, material selection, and control systems integration. The ideal candidate combines deep technical proficiency with practical manufacturing experience, driving projects from concept through detailed design, factory acceptance testing, commissioning, and handover.

Essential Duties:

• Lead mechanical design for modular products, including HVAC systems, airflow/thermal management, ducting, coil selection, and control sequences.
• Engineer piping and fluid systems, including P&IDs, line sizing, pump selection, valves, supports, insulation, and seismic/transport considerations.
• Design sheet metal and structural assemblies for manufacturability and durability; specify welds, finishes, hardware, tolerances, and inspection criteria.
• Perform or review dynamic and structural analyses, including vibration, fatigue, shock/transport loads, and validate FEA/CFD results.
• Produce and approve calculations, design packages, drawings, specifications, and test plans; maintain templates, standard details, and design checklists.
• Lead engineering workstreams or projects: plan, schedule, estimate, manage risk, track progress, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with Electrical, Civil/Structural, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Field Services, and vendors/OEMs; lead design reviews and manufacturability assessments.
• Support manufacturing, testing, and field commissioning; resolve build issues, execute FAT/SAT, validate performance, and lead CAPA/root cause investigations.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and best practices (ASHRAE, AMCA, ASME, ASTM, AWS, AISC/ACI); design for safety, reliability, accessibility, serviceability, and life cycle considerations.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and implement DFM/DFA, standardization, and lessons learned to elevate team capability and reduce rework.
• Collaborate with vendors/OEMs: develop RFQs, conduct technical bid evaluations, review submittals/data sheets, and support make-vs-buy decisions with Supply Chain.

Position Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related discipline) required; Master's degree preferred (thermal sciences, mechanics, or related focus a plus).

Experience: 6-10 years of mechanical design experience in manufacturing or industrial product development; modular/data center/utility experience strongly preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable time frame.
• Proven capability in HVAC, piping/fluid systems, sheet metal/weldments, dynamic analysis, material selection, and controls integration.
• Proficiency with 3D/2D CAD (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD Mechanical) and PLM/PDM systems; expert application of GD&T and drafting standards.
• Hands-on experience with validation testing (FAT/SAT), commissioning, and field support; familiarity with FEA/CFD workflows and test correlation.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes/standards (ASHRAE, AMCA, ASME, ASTM, AWS; and customer or AHJ specifications).
• Clear, concise communicator-able to convey complex technical content to stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; decisive and accountable with sound engineering judgment.
• Highly organized, responsive, and effective at prioritizing in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to mentor peers and junior engineers and to influence cross-functional outcomes.

At Sabre Industries, we invest in your future with a competitive benefits program. As a full-time employee, you are eligible for:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Overtime & Per Diem Opportunities

Sabre Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity