Mechanical Design Engineer

Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job Summary

Mechanical Designer (Engineer) - As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will be working closely with other designers to draft drawings in SolidWorks primarily to specifications that are detailed, accurate, and visually appealing. You will follow company SolidWorks guidelines for all processes, including naming conventions, data storage, and layout standards. The ideal candidate will have SolidWorks or engineering experience, excellent communication skills, and works well within a team environment. Responsible for creating 3D CAD models & fabrication drawings of components & assemblies in coordination with the company’s design & mechanical engineering team.

Duties & Responsibilities (routine functions):

Proper interpretation of design specifications, drawings, & schematics.

Create & maintain engineering CAD models in SolidWorks

Provide engineering support by creating parts & assemblies in SolidWorks, along with detailed fabrication & installation drawings; Take given specifications and draft accurate, attractive drawings

Function as part of a Product Design Team following the guidance provided by senior design & project engineers; Perform design studies, tolerance stack-ups & drafting checks

Coordinate with the company’s mechanical engineers for structural analysis & FEA when required; Work closely with other members of the drafting team as well as design partners to verify detail accuracy

Track all time spent on projects accurately

Maintain engineering bill of material.

Required Skills:

Proficient in SolidWorks with experience designing parts & assemblies & creating drawings

Proficient in GD&T & various methods of tolerance analysis

Strong knowledge of sheet metal design & fabrication

Strong knowledge of design for CNC machining

Experience in design of machinery components & systems

Familiarity with motion control systems is strongly preferred

Experience in computer aided drafting techniques & standard engineering practices

Familiarity with engineering terminology

Proficient in use of Microsoft Office & Word Processing software

Good time management skills, high work ethic

Positive contributor to team participation

Focused, methodical with good analytical & problem-solving skills

Familiarity with machine shop practices & associated equipment is a plus

Ability to handle multiple activities to meet target dates

Able to read & comprehend instructions, short correspondence & memos

Good communication skills & ability to work in teams

Education & Experience:

4 Year degree in Mechanical Engineering / Engineering Technology OR

2 Year degree & 2+ years of experience in Mechanical Design OR

4+ Years of experience in Mechanical Design

Location & Travel:

The position is based at Aerolab’s main facility in Jessup, MD

Limited offsite travel may be required