Mechanical Engineer III

Y-Axis; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Y‑Axis is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and qualify electromechanical naval systems capable of withstanding extreme conditions and continuous operation. The role emphasizes end‑to‑end lifecycle involvement from concept through deployment, with strong focus on BOM integrity, manufacturing readiness, and rigorous testing.

You will create 3D models and detailed drawings in Autodesk Inventor, collaborate with electrical and system teams, and ensure compliance with MIL‑STD

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Six (6)+ years of full‑time professional experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor preferred) with strong knowledge of 3D modeling, Bills of Materials (BOM), and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to evaluate cost, manufacturability, and quality considerations in engineering designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electromechanical systems and mechanical components for naval applications.
• Review and refine bill of materials (BOMs) to ensure accuracy, cost‑efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Create and maintain detailed technical data packages (TDPs) to support production and lifecycle management.
• Develop 3D models and engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
• Support and contribute to environmental qualification testing (temperature, vibration, humidity, etc.).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration across mechanical, electrical, and system components.
• Support prototype development, testing, and design iteration.
• Ensure compliance with applicable military and industry standards.

Skills

CAD software

3D modeling

BOM management

Manufacturing documentation

Cost/ manufacturability assessment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Description

Lead Mechanical Engineer – mission‑critical naval systems. Design, develop, and qualify electromechanical systems that must endure extreme conditions, constant vibration, high heat, saltwater corrosion, and continuous operational demand.

What You’ll Work On

• Design and develop electromechanical systems and mechanical components for naval applications.
• Review and refine bill of materials (BOMs) to ensure accuracy, cost‑efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Create and maintain detailed technical data packages (TDPs) to support production and lifecycle management.
• Develop 3D models and engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
• Support and contribute to environmental qualification testing (temperature, vibration, humidity, etc.).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration across mechanical, electrical, and system components.
• Support prototype development, testing, and design iteration.
• Ensure compliance with applicable military and industry standards.

What Makes This Role Different

• You’re not just designing parts, you’re ensuring systems survive real‑world conditions at sea.
• You’ll work across the full lifecycle: concept → design → analysis → testing → deployment.
• Your designs will directly support mission readiness and operational reliability.
• You’ll bridge the gap between engineering design and real‑world performance.

Who This Role Is For

• Think beyond CAD models and consider how things actually perform in the field.
• Enjoy solving practical challenges like heat dissipation, durability, and manufacturability.
• Takes pride in creating systems that are not only functional but reliable under pressure.
• Wants to lead design efforts and influence how systems are built and delivered.

Must‑have Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Six (6)+ years of full‑time professional experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor preferred) with strong knowledge of 3D modeling, Bills of Materials (BOM), and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to evaluate cost, manufacturability, and quality considerations in engineering designs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs.
• Familiarity with MIL‑STD environmental requirements.
• Experience with product lifecycle support from concept through production.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring engineers.

Clearance Requirement

Active DoD security clearance.

Benefits Offered

WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement. WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.