COMPANY OVERVIEW

Manufacturing Engineer – Power & Transformer Systems | Houston, TX

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Houston, TX as a Manufacturing Engineer – Power & Transformer Systems . You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the Houston metro and beyond to apply.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better.

Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule

Employees working in Houston, TX have a short commute from Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Pasadena, Baytown, Cypress, Spring, The Woodlands, Humble, Missouri City, League City, Deer Park, La Porte, Friendswood, and Channelview, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. Candidates interested in long‑term employment with Applied Engineering should be open to future relocation opportunities, though relocation is not required for this assignment.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

Engineer I: $72,000 - $84,000

Engineer II: $80,000 - $92,000

Engineer III: $90,000 - $102,000

Senior Engineer: $97,000 - $112,000

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. These roles are paid hourly and include paid overtime when applicable.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Manufacturing Engineer – Power & Transformer Systems in Houston, TX, you will:

• Support the transfer of transformer‑related product lines into the Houston facility
• Assist with installation and commissioning of equipment required for transformer manufacturing
• Lead or support product validation, testing, and launch readiness activities
• Ensure documentation, work instructions, and process controls are complete and accurate
• Troubleshoot transformer‑specific assembly, testing, and production issues
• Train production teams on new processes, equipment, and product requirements
• Participate in knowledge‑transfer visits to current production sites and support launch activities
• Apply lean manufacturing tools to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput
• Provide post‑launch support to stabilize production and resolve early‑stage issues
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
• Contribute to projects that impact communities in Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Pasadena, Baytown, Cypress, Spring, The Woodlands, Humble, Missouri City, League City, Deer Park, La Porte, Friendswood, and Channelview, and the greater Houston metro
• Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
• Prior transformer manufacturing or transformer product experience required
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required
• Experience with equipment installation, validation, and troubleshooting
• Strong lean manufacturing knowledge and hands‑on application
• Ability to travel to sending facilities for knowledge transfer
• Experience developing manufacturing documentation and training content
• Epicor experience preferred

SKILLS AND VALUES

• Capable of working independently and as a team member
• Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
• Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Desire to work on a variety of projects

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Houston, TX and the greater Houston metro area.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job ID: 20261051