Mechanical Design Engineer

The Dixon Group

$70K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 2-5 years of engineering experience, including internships or co-op roles.
  • Ability to collaborate with manufacturing and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with clear technical communication.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and creation of engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

  • Design and enhance mechanical components and assemblies using 3D CAD.
  • Support production by maintaining documentation and troubleshooting issues.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to communicate technical requirements and resolve issues.
  • Assist in product and process improvements, managing engineering changes and documentation.
  • Partner with production teams to enhance manufacturability throughout the product lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families
  • Bonus programs to reward performance
  • 401K retirement plan for future savings
  • Training opportunities for professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education
  • Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays for work-life balance
  • Gym reimbursements to support fitness and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: 203A Log Canoe Circle, Stevensville, MD 21666
Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $70,000 - $110,000/yr

This is a hands-on engineering role that spans the product lifecycle-from requirements and mechanical design through prototyping, manufacturing, assembly and continuous improvement. You will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and suppliers to develop practical, manufacturable solutions and help resolve production challenges. This role provides the opportunity to work directly with physical products throughout the design and manufacturing process. Industry-specific experience is helpful but not required.

What You'll Do:

  • Product Design & Development: Design and improve mechanical components and assemblies, create 3D CAD models and engineering drawings, apply mechanical design and GD&T principles, support prototyping and testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop manufacturable products from concept through production.
  • Manufacturing & Production Support: Maintain product and manufacturing documentation, support production and assembly processes, troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues, establish inspection requirements, and collaborate with production teams to resolve operational challenges.
  • Supplier & Cross-Functional Support: Partner with suppliers and internal teams to communicate technical requirements, support engineering decisions, and resolve product, manufacturing, and production-related issues.
  • Product Improvement & Change Control: Support product and process improvements, manage engineering changes and revision control, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of products.


What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 2-5 years of engineering experience; strong entry-level candidates with relevant internships, co-op experience or hands-on engineering projects will also be considered.
  • Ability to work directly with manufacturing personnel, suppliers and cross-functional teams.
  • Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical information clearly.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation; strong fundamentals in mechanical design, statics, tolerances and manufacturing methods.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Machined, cast, forged, fabricated or assembled products.
  • Fluid-transfer components or related mechanical hardware.
  • Aerospace, defense, marine or other demanding applications.
  • BOMs, routers or work instructions.
  • Engineering change or configuration control.
  • GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
  • SolidWorks PDM or another product data management system.
  • AS9100, ISO 9001 or another controlled manufacturing environment.


What We Offer:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
  • Competitive salary
  • Bonus programs
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Training opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
  • Gym reimbursements, and more!


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