Mechanical Engineer, Lead

Socket.dev; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

WR in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and document mechanical and electro-mechanical components and systems for DoD programs.

You will lead drawing creation, BOM preparation, 3D modeling in Autodesk Inventor, and ensure manufacturability while balancing cost and schedule during system integration and testing.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of full-time mechanical engineering experience (design, test, evaluation).
• 3+ years supporting the design of Department of Defense (DoD) systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software; AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor preferred.
• Extensive 3D modeling, technical drawings, and BOMs.
• Experience with Environmental Qualification Testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze proposals to determine design feasibility.
• Develop drawings and documentation packages per industry standards.
• Create drawing packages including Level-3 drawings and BOMs using Inventor.
• Analyze specifications to ensure manufacturability with existing methods.
• Assess feasibility of new or modified designs considering cost, schedule, and constraints.
• Support system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and ECOs throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D modeling

Technical drawings

BOMs

Systems integration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Clearance Requirement:

Active Secret Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements:

5 – 10%

Location:

Norfolk, VA

SUMMARY:

WR has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer, Lead to design, develop, and document mechanical and electromechanical components and systems in support of Department of Defense programs.

Position responsibilities

• Independently research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, and technical manuals to determine the feasibility of designs and applications.
• Develop technical drawings and documentation packages using industry standards and best practices.
• Create drawing packages, including Level-3 drawings, block diagrams, Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, 3D models, renderings, and installation drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
• Analyze specifications and performance requirements to ensure designs can be manufactured using existing methods and processes.
• Determine the feasibility of designing new components or modifying existing designs while considering cost, schedule, space constraints, manufacturing capabilities, and other technical and economic factors.
• Support system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and engineering change activities throughout the product lifecycle.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Six (6)+ years of full-time professional experience as a Mechanical Engineer, including:
  • Systems and equipment design.
  • Test and evaluation support.
• Three (3)+ years of technical experience supporting the design and development of Department of Defense (DoD) systems.
• Experience using CAD software, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor preferred.
• Extensive experience with 3D modeling, technical drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Experience supporting Environmental Qualification Testing is preferred.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Position Salary Range:

$93,000 - $134,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 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.