Mechanical Engineer

North American Transportation Management Institute; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fibertek is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Humanitarian Demining Program at Fort Belvoir, VA. You will design, build, test, and deploy mechanical demining systems, diagnose mobile system failures, and repair heavy construction and agricultural equipment in lab and field settings.

Responsibilities include CAD modeling, system integration, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with HD Program staff and global partners. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Created 3D models, drawings, and blueprints using CAD and simulation software.
• Experience repairing/maintaining heavy construction and agricultural equipment.
• Diagnose and repair complex mobile systems (diesel, hydraulics, electrical).
• Proficient in heavy equipment operation, welding, fabrication, fault diagnosis, and fleet maintenance.
• Willingness to travel globally up to 25% and lift 50 lbs.
• Completion of safety training and operator licenses.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models, technical drawings, and blueprints using CAD and simulation tools.
• Design, construct, and integrate mechanical demining systems and components.
• Repair and maintain heavy construction and agricultural equipment.
• Diagnose failures in diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems; perform repairs.
• Provide training for global partners and support field tests at domestic/international sites.
• Record test data and write technical reports; validate performance against requirements.
• Prepare layouts and drawings for parts manufacturing and assembly; review test specs.
• Operate heavy equipment and perform welding and fabrication tasks.
• Conduct mechanical fault diagnosis and fleet maintenance; manage spare parts inventories.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Diagnostics

Welding

Fabrication

Fleet maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Safety training

DoD clearance (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

ASE Diesel Certification

CDL License

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Fort Belvoir, VA - Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 US (Primary)

Job Description

Fibertek is seeking a Mechanical engineer to support the Humanitarian Demining Program at Fort Belvoir, VA. The successful candidate will provide critical support to the HD Program engineering staff in the design, construction, systems integration, testing, and deployment of mechanical demining systems. This role demands experience in maintaining and repairing heavy construction and agricultural equipment, diagnosing complex mobile system failures, and performing necessary repairs and modifications in both laboratory and field settings.

Essential Job Duties

• Create 3D models, technical drawings, and blueprints using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and simulation software


• Conduct design, construction and integration in the development of mechanical demining systems, to include components of those systems.


• Run, repair, and maintain heavy construction and agricultural equipment.


• Diagnose failures in diesel and gas engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, and perform repairs and modifications.


• Provide operational training for global partners and support test activities at domestic and international field test sites.


• Record and analyze test data to produce technical reports.


• Test and demonstrate HD equipment to validate performance against measurable requirements.


• Create sketches, rough layouts, record data, make computations, analyze results, and write reports.


• Prepare layouts and drawings for parts manufacturing and assembly processes.


• Review project instructions and blueprints to determine test specifications and objectives.


• Operate heavy equipment and perform welding and fabrication tasks.


• Conduct mechanical fault diagnosis and fleet maintenance.


• Conduct inventories of spare parts shipments and assist in the loading and securing of equipment for international shipments.


• Complete safety training for shop equipment and obtain operator licenses.


• Maintain a current passport and be willing to travel globally in support of the program.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience.


• Create 3D models, technical drawings, and blueprints using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and simulation software


• Experience in repairing and maintaining heavy construction and agricultural equipment.


• Strong ability to diagnose and repair complex mobile systems, including diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.


• Proficiency in heavy equipment operation, welding, fabrication, mechanical fault diagnosis, and fleet maintenance.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct general wiring and repairs.


• Experience in recording and analyzing test data, producing technical reports, and making recommendations for product or test method changes.


• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.


• Completion of safety training for shop equipment and operator licenses.


• Willingness and ability to travel globally to support demining operations.


• Travel may be required up to 25% both domestic and international.


• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.


• ASE Diesel Certification and CDL License

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in a similar role supporting demining or other humanitarian efforts.


• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Salary Range

The annual base salary range for this position is $85,000-$150,000. This range reflects the compensation Fibertek reasonably expects to offer for this role. Placement within the range will depend on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's experience, education and training, key skills, and relevant market and business considerations.