Mechanical Designer

Houston, United States

Mechanical Designer

Location: NASA JSC – Sonny Carter Training Facility
Contract: NBL Operations Contract (NOC II)

Position Overview

Rothe Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Designer to support operations at NASA’s Sonny Carter Training Facility under the NOC II contract. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, advanced problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills to a dynamic engineering environment. Proficiency in PTC CREO and a solid understanding of machine shop equipment are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Adhere to and contribute to the facility’s culture of safety
Interpret and execute design requirements with precision
Research and select appropriate materials to meet design criteria
Reverse engineer or troubleshoot legacy hardware
Collaborate with Project Engineers to stay within budget and schedule
Estimate hours and timelines for assigned tasks
Adhere to design templates, safety factors, and engineering policies
Organize and maintain CAD part and assembly files
Support design, drafting, and analysis tasks
Create designs optimized for manufacturability and machining
Participate in Peer, Design, and Safety Reviews
Conduct analyses for stress, material selection, center of gravity, hazard assessment, and buoyancy
Meet mission-critical deadlines with flexibility and urgency
Perform peer reviews and redline engineering drawings
Identify and source materials within budget constraints
Integrate 3D printed components into assemblies when applicable
Recommend and implement process improvements
Take direction from senior engineers and collaborate with machinists and shop supervisors
Communicate proactively with project teams and provide regular status updates