4-year Mechanical Engineering degree with 10+ years of hands-on experience, or 2-year technical college degree/military experience with 15+ years in mechanical design/drawing.
Proven experience in designing mechanical systems and power generation/distribution systems, especially medium and low voltage switchgear.
Strong knowledge of engineering drawing practices per ASME Y14 standards, including Y14.5 and Y14.100.
Expertise in SolidWorks and 2D CAD, with the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
Experience with sheet metal/structural fabrication and weldments, and enclosure design with thermal analysis.
Responsibilities
Design and integrate systems using SolidWorks from concept to production launch.
Conduct FEA studies in SolidWorks and provide detailed analysis.
Generate and analyze engineering drawings for parts and assemblies according to ASME and MIL standards.
Collaborate with the manufacturing team to troubleshoot and solve production issues creatively.
Communicate effectively with team members and represent the company to customers and suppliers.
Benefits
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Full Job Description
Senior Mechanical Engineer/Designer
Located in Springfield, VA (Onsite). This is not a remote or hybrid position.
The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design and development of electro-mechanical equipment. Potential hire will be working directly with the design team and manufacturing vendor. Candidate will design, troubleshoot, diagnose, and solve challenges related to product development. This includes root cause analysis, working with suppliers and in-house support personnel, and design improvements from concept to production. Candidate will also be responsible for maintaining, updating drawings and Bills of Material and offer test support. This position is onsite at our Springfield, VA office.
Roles and Responsibilities
Design systems and integrate the multiple systems using SolidWorks from initial concept stage through production launch.
Generate and provide analysis of FEA studies in Solidworks.
Generate and analyze drawings from parts/assemblies IAW ASME 14.100 and MIL- STD-31000.
Assist in production problem solving by interfacing with the manufacturing team to find creative solutions.
Communicate and collaborate with team members and represent the company with customers and suppliers.
Required Education/Experience:
Education: 4-year Mechanical Engineering degree with 10+ years of hands-on experience. OR
Education: 2-year technical college degree/military experience with 15+ years of mechanical and design/drawing experience.
Technical Skills:
Experience designing mechanical systems and power generation and distribution systems, particularly medium and low voltage switchgear distribution systems
Electrical/engine-driven systems integration
Knowledge of engineering drawing practices IAW ASME Y14 - including Y14.5, Y14.100
Sheet Metal/Structural fabrication and weldments
Enclosure Design with thermal analysis
SolidWorks and 2D CAD, and the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics are mandatory
Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Personal Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving abilities.
Must be eligible to receive U.S. Security Clearance
Must have ability and some flexibility to travel domestically and internationally - up to 20%
