Senior Mechanical Design Engineer — Additive Manufacturing Systems

Enabled Engineering; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Enabled Engineering in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical components and systems for SolidStir and related manufacturing technologies. You will create 3D models and drawings, perform design calculations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams from concept to validation.

The role emphasizes manufacturability, reliability, and documentation, with on-site responsibilities and hands-on prototyping using CAD, shop tools, and CNC equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Experience with prototype development, testing, and design iteration in a lab/manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with materials and manufacturing processes, preferably in metal processing or additive manufacturing.
• Ability to work on-site in a hands-on environment and communicate clearly.
• Knowledge of safety practices and basic engineering analysis tools is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Follow directions from the R&D team to develop new design solutions and modify existing designs.
• Create CAD models and assemblies, understand loading, failure criteria, and safety factors.
• Prepare manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and technical data.
• Decide on materials, tolerances, and manufacturing methods.
• Apply manufacturability and assembly design principles for easy fabrication.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Design Engineering

Machine Design

Product Design

CAD modeling

Finite Element Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Enabled Engineering in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical components and systems for SolidStir and related manufacturing technologies. You will create 3D models and drawings, perform design calculations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams from concept to validation.

The role emphasizes manufacturability, reliability, and documentation, with on-site responsibilities and hands-on prototyping using CAD, shop tools, and CNC equipment.