Mechanical Design Engineer

Aerolab; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Aerolab in Jessup, MD seeks a Mechanical Designer to draft 3D CAD models and fabrication drawings in SolidWorks, aligned with our design guidelines. You will support a cross-functional team of mechanical engineers and designers, delivering accurate, presentable drawings and BOMs.

The role requires solid experience with SolidWorks, GD&T, and sheet metal design, plus strong communication and teamwork skills to meet project timelines.

Qualifications

• Proficient in SolidWorks with parts and assemblies drawing creation.
• Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis in design context.
• Familiarity with sheet metal design and fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Interpret design specifications and create/maintain CAD models and drawings.
• Draft parts and assemblies with detailed fabrication and installation drawings.
• Collaborate with design team and senior engineers; perform design studies and tolerance checks.
• Coordinate with mechanical engineers for structural analysis/FEA when required.
• Track time spent on projects and maintain BOMs.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

Sheet metal design

CNC machining

Machinery components

Motion control familiarity

CAD drafting techniques

Engineering terminology

Microsoft Office

Time management

Team communication

Reading instructions

Education

4 Year Mechanical Engineering / Engineering Technology

2 Year degree + 2+ years experience in Mechanical Design

4+ Years in Mechanical Design

Tools

Solid modeling software

Job description

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.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching

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