Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title : Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing applicable products using CAD (2D and 3D) systems. You will be responsible for generating production drawings and managing mechanical projects from inception to completion. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a stable, innovative company with a strong reputation for supporting employee growth.

Responsibilities

• Design products for IBS of America and JUD Corporation using CAD systems.
• Generate production drawings for in-house and subcontracted shops.
• Manage mechanical portions of projects from start to finish.
• Engage in customer relations to obtain necessary information through on-site measurements and product-related discussions.
• Execute technical calculations to ensure safety and integrity of custom mechanical components.
• Prepare technical documentation, procedures, and conduct product inspections and dimensional checks.
• Provide leadership and guidance to support the development of engineering staff.
• Collaborate with manufacturing personnel in the design of jigs and fixtures.
• Support revenue targets by aiding application teams, product, and project managers.
• Create communication documentation to convey key design aspects to clients or partners.
• Maintain release packages and design history files, and participate in development projects and prototype design.
• Perform additional duties as identified by company leadership.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

This role requires 15-20% travel, with up to 30% expected in the first year to customer sites for equipment assessment and understanding. Travel may include international trips, such as to Austria for training. The position is 100% onsite, with a focus on the product line from Austria and potential collaboration with Canadian facilities. The company offers 10 paid holidays, vacation days that increase with tenure, up to 80 hours of rollover, sick days, and a 401k plan with matching contributions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00 / yr.

PTO, Holidays, Medical, Vision, Dental

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2025.