Junior Mechanical Equipment Design Engineer

Work Schedule

• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Based in Chesterfield, VA
• Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities, supplier locations, customer sites, and field operations
• May be asked to assist with emergency response activities outside normal business hours when needed

Primary Responsibilities

Mechanical Design

• Design new mechanical equipment and update existing systems to improve functionality and performance.
• Create engineering solutions using SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software.
• Perform engineering calculations, reverse engineering, CAD modeling, prototyping, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate designs.
• Evaluate opportunities to improve product reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, safety, and overall cost efficiency.
• Prepare and maintain engineering drawings, bills of materials, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all designs meet applicable engineering standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.

Project Support

• Assist with engineering projects from concept through production, testing, implementation, and ongoing product support.
• Participate in equipment inspections, rebuilds, repair planning, upgrades, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, suppliers, and project teams to support production schedules and successful project completion.
• Provide technical assistance during troubleshooting, field inspections, customer support visits, and equipment evaluations.
• Help ensure products are manufactured according to engineering specifications and quality expectations.

Engineering & Continuous Improvement

• Apply sound engineering principles to solve technical challenges.
• Support quality improvement, product standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.
• Manage multiple assignments while adapting to changing project priorities.
• Continue developing knowledge of mechanical systems, engineering standards, and industry best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience using SolidWorks or similar parametric CAD software.
• Working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and the ability to verify results using engineering calculations.
• Understanding of mechanical design principles, manufacturing methods, and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Commitment to workplace safety and engineering quality.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel approximately 10% for customer support, inspections, and field assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• CSWA or CSWP SolidWorks certification.
• Experience with heavy equipment, cranes, industrial machinery, or mobile equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Experience supporting products through manufacturing, testing, and field implementation.
• Familiarity with OSHA, ASME, AWS, AAR, or comparable engineering and safety standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and communicate throughout the workday.
• Ability to climb onto equipment during inspections, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work safely in office, manufacturing, and industrial environments.
• Ability to work extended hours or respond to emergency situations when business needs require.