Mechanical Design Engineer — SolidWorks Specialist & Growth

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

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.