Mechanical Design Engineer

*Position: Mechanical Design Engineer* *Location: Frederick, MD* *Salary: $85,000 - $100,000/year* *This is a permanent/direct hire position.* *Job Overview:* Researches, develops, designs, sustains and tests mechanical/electromechancial products and systems, related to commercial HVAC equipment. Also, directs and coordinates activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical/electromechanical products and systems by performing the following duties: *Job Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer:*

• Develop detailed mechanical designs and specifications using CAD software such as SolidWorks and Creo, including mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Conduct tolerance analysis and mechanical detail drawings to ensure precision and compliance with industry standards such as ASME codes.
• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) to validate mechanical integrity and optimize designs for performance and durability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including electrical engineers, manufacturing specialists, and project managers—to integrate system design requirements.
• Utilize 3D modeling techniques for product development, incorporating building information modeling (BIM) tools where applicable.
• Execute root cause analysis on mechanical failures or design issues, implementing corrective actions effectively.
• Manage project schedules, ensuring timely delivery of mechanical product development projects from conception through prototyping and testing.
• Support manufacturing processes by providing technical guidance on machine design, CNC programming, and assembly procedures.
• Apply principles of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) to ensure precise manufacturing tolerances.
• Use simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or LabVIEW to model system behaviors and validate design concepts.
• Prepare technical documentation including schematics, mechanical drawings, system design reports, and compliance documentation.

*Requirements*

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
• Proven experience practicing in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role with a focus on mechanical product development.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks and Creo for 3D CAD modeling and drafting.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles including machine design, tolerance analysis, and system integration.
• Experience with FEA software for structural analysis; familiarity with CFD is advantageous.
• Knowledge of programming environments such as MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, Arduino, or CNC programming.
• Familiarity with industry standards including ASME codes & standards for mechanical design.
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams effectively.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis using systematic approaches to troubleshoot design or manufacturing issues.
• Project management skills to oversee project scheduling and deliverables within tight timelines.
• Understanding of building information modeling (BIM) tools is beneficial but not mandatory.

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