Mechanical Engineer
Join our dynamic engineering firm on an exciting 4-6 week remote project designed for skilled professionals eager to make an impact from anywhere. As a Mechanical Engineer supporting cutting-edge federal projects, you\'ll play a pivotal role in reviewing, validating, and finalizing mechanical designs for specialized fabricated equipment, structural and lifting analysis, and HVAC systems—contributing to innovative solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
What You\'ll Do:
Review and validate mechanical designs in CAD platforms like SolidWorks and Inventor, ensuring compliance with standards and client specifications
Provide technical oversight and direction to designers and drafters, ensuring fabrication documents meet quality and safety requirements
Conduct structural analysis of weldments and support framing for high-density shielding and lifting systems, adhering to ASME, AISC 360, and AWS D1 standards
Calculate heating, cooling, and ventilation loads, ensuring optimal performance of containerized systems
Collaborate with electrical engineers and external structural consultants to deliver precise engineering documentation and project deliverables
Support fabrication processes through comprehensive review of drawings, weld schedules, bills of material, and inspection requirements
Ensure all engineering documentation complies with applicable codes, client requirements, and Quality Level 3 (QL-3) standards
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
8+ years of mechanical engineering experience, including a minimum of 3 years supporting custom fabricated equipment, weldments, or heavy fabrication
Proven experience performing structural and load calculations, especially for fabricated equipment and lifting systems
Strong HVAC load calculation skills for portable or packaged air conditioning units
Proficiency with SolidWorks, including Simulation, and familiarity with STEP geometry
U.S. citizenship with the ability to work independently in a remote setting
Nice to Have Skills:
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience with overhead hoists, crane runway design, and structural lifting devices
Knowledge of containment ventilation, pressure cascade design, and negative pressure enclosures
Experience working with modular, containerized, or transportable systems
Familiarity with commercial-grade dedication and QL-3 quality standards
Prior review and approval experience of CAD-generated work
Preferred Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
8+ years of applicable industry experience, including recent work supporting custom and fabricated mechanical systems
Other Requirements:
Ability to work fully remotely with minimal supervision
Availability to support a short-term project timeline with flexibility to meet key milestones
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