Junior Mechanical Engineer

Rohr-Idreco Dredge group; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Ellicott Dredges, LLC in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team. You will research, design, test, and implement mechanical and hydraulic systems for our dredging and pumping equipment, contributing to new product development and ongoing improvements.

The role requires hands-on design work with SolidWorks and AutoCAD, cross-functional collaboration, and occasional travel (<5%). A Bachelor's degree and 2 years of engineering experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial equipment environment.
• Proficient in Solidworks (3D modeling) and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of diesel powertrain and hydraulic system integration.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Must be responsive and adaptable to the needs of the engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design structural components related to dredging equipment.
• Produce detailed 3D models, drawings, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks.
• Review legacy designs and assist in resolving shop and field issues.
• Create and manage detailed project plans to ensure alignment with technical and business goals.
• Design and develop complex hydraulic systems, including calculations, component selection, line sizing, and cooling requirements.
• Create hydraulic schematics using AutoCAD, Solidworks or equivalent software.
• Design and route hoses, manifolds, and hydraulic components for mobile marine equipment.
• Engineer diesel-driven drive trains including engine, clutch/transmission, and coupling selections.
• Manage vendor relationships and convey component specifications clearly.
• Participate in the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process.
• Design and develop fuel, cooling, intake, and exhaust systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Service, and Purchasing to ensure seamless integration and execution of projects.
• Provide technical assistance to subcontractors and fabricators to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving technical issues across the product lifecycle.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Time management

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Diesel powertrain knowledge

Hydraulic system integration knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Baltimore, MD
Job Type: Full-time | On-site

About Ellicott Dredges

Ellicott Dredges is a global leader in the design and manufacture of cutter suction dredges, with over 140 years of engineering excellence and successful installations in more than 100 countries. Our headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland is supported by an additional production facility in New Richmond, Wisconsin. Our dredging systems are used globally to protect the environment, maintain safe and navigable waterways, and support economic development through underwater resource extraction. As demand for our custom dredging solutions continues to grow, we are expanding our engineering team to support innovative development and product enhancements.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our Baltimore-based team. This role will be responsible for the research, design, development, testing, and implementation of mechanical and hydraulic systems and components for our dredging and pumping equipment. The ideal candidate will contribute to cross-functional teams and support both new product development and ongoing product improvement initiatives. This position may require occasional domestic and international travel (<5%).

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and design structural components related to dredging equipment.
• Produce detailed 3D models, drawings, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks.
• Review legacy designs and assist in resolving shop and field issues.
• Create and manage detailed project plans to ensure alignment with technical and business goals.
• Design and develop complex hydraulic systems, including calculations, component selection, line sizing, and cooling requirements.
• Create hydraulic schematics using AutoCAD, Solidworks or equivalent software.
• Design and route hoses, manifolds, and hydraulic components for mobile marine equipment.
• Engineer diesel-driven drive trains including engine, clutch/transmission, and coupling selections.
• Manage vendor relationships and convey component specifications clearly.
• Participate in the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process.
• Design and develop fuel, cooling, intake, and exhaust systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Service, and Purchasing to ensure seamless integration and execution of projects.
• Provide technical assistance to subcontractors and fabricators to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving technical issues across the product lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial equipment environment.
• Proficient in Solidworks (3D modeling) and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of diesel powertrain and hydraulic system integration.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Must be responsive and adaptable to the needs of the engineering and production teams.

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

Experience with marine or heavy industrial equipment.

Ellicott Dredges offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program, including:

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Parental leave
• Employee wellness programs

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Relocation/Commute

Candidates must be able to reliably commute to or plan to relocate to Baltimore, MD 21230 prior to the start date.

Ellicott Dredges, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, immigration status, or any other protected status under applicable law.