Design Engineer III

Protingent; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent Staffing seeks a Design Engineer III to lead mechanical designs in Mukilteo, WA. You will produce 2-D layouts and 3-D models, perform calculations, and ensure designs meet customer and regulatory requirements for aerospace/defense projects.

The direct-hire, onsite position requires US citizenship and clearance eligibility. You will mentor junior engineers and assist with manufacturing, testing, and field deployment.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent experience.
• Typically 4–7 years of aerospace/defense experience.
• Strong design leadership and robust hardware experience.
• Familiar with military and commercial design specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of mechanical structures and systems to meet requirements.
• Create 2-D layouts and 3-D solid models; perform calculations.
• Review designs for manufacturability, cost, and quality.
• Mentor junior engineers; support testing and deployment.
• Prepare drawings, BOMs, and specifications per standards.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Leadership of design

CAD/CAE tools

GD&T proficiency

Education

B.S./M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD/CAE tools

GD&T

Job description

Job Title: Design Engineer III

Position Description:

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Design Engineer III opportunity with our client located in Mukilteo, WA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports the mechanical engineering group while leading in all aspects of design.
• Conceptualize, design, and develop structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems in accordance with customer requirements and customary standards.
• Create 2-D mechanical layout drawings and 3-D solid model conceptual drawings.
• Perform required mechanical engineering calculations and analysis of designs to ensure their safe operation in meeting designated requirements.
• Verify calculations and analysis work of peers and junior engineers.
• Lead design efforts on systems and sub-systems.
• Document requirements for performance, compliance with customer requirements, plans, test procedures, test reports, and any other contractual specifications.
• Review designs for cost, manufacturing, and quality assurance issues.
• Create formal or informal engineering drawings, bill of materials, manufacturing system requirements, and inspection/quality assurance specifications in accordance with appropriate standards and specifications.
• Support manufacturing, quality assurance, assembly, testing, and deployment of designs from concept to delivery. Provide technical support internally and externally.
• Support proposal/presentation preparation and business development activities.
• Support bench and field-testing of mechanical elements and systems.
• Mentor and serve as a resource for more junior engineers.

Job Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience and registration.
• Typically possesses 4-7 years of aerospace and/or defense experience.
• Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies.
• Proven experience in leading design of robust hardware.
• Detailed knowledge of design-based military and commercial specifications.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and experienced in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance.

Job Details:

• Job Type:Direct Hire
• Location: Mukilteo, WA (Onsite)
• Salary Range: $110K-$140K
• Required US Citizenship -May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level.

About Protingent:

Protingent is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm specializing in engineering, technology, and professional talent solutions. We partner with leading companies across aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, medical device, and technology industries.