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Mechanical Engineer III

Apex Systems
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2026
Job#: 3054507

Job Description:
Mechanical Engineer III

Type: 12-month contract to start

Location: Houston, Texas

Schedule: Onsite 4 days and 1 day remote per week

Role Overview

This position supports Engineering, Procurement, and Construction projects, focusing on process equipment procurement, technical evaluations, and field execution. The role involves planning, design, and ensuring the quality of installation for mechanical systems and equipment, operating under the direction of a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare specifications for packaged systems and equipment, including pressure vessels, tanks, pumps, and exchangers.
  • Develop and issue equipment inquiry and Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages.
  • Perform technical bid evaluations for equipment and prepare formal recommendations.
  • Manage vendor communication and review vendor documents for compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
  • Develop job notes and create technical scopes of work.
  • Conduct field walk-downs to gather necessary information for work completion.
  • Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Experience: 5-10 years of Mechanical Engineering experience on projects in the refining, petrochemical, chemical, or power generation industries.

Technical Skills:
  • Experience with equipment specification and the practical application of engineering science and technology.
  • Proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
  • Strong communication skills for vendor management and team collaboration.
  • Demonstrated ability in complex problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
  • Experience with Combined Cycle Power Plants.
Work Environment

This position requires communication in person, via telephone, email, and other software systems. The role will include visits to construction sites and industrial facilities, which requires mobility on the ground and at heights. Work will occur in multiple environments, including office settings and construction sites where noise levels can be moderate to high. The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required on-site.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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