Mechanical Equipment Design Engineer

Location: Chesterfield, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: From $95,000/year (higher compensation available based on experience)

We are seeking a Mechanical Equipment Design Engineer to develop and improve heavy mechanical equipment used in lifting, maintenance, and emergency response applications. This role is responsible for designing new products, enhancing existing equipment, and supporting projects throughout the entire product lifecycle—from concept and engineering through manufacturing, testing, field implementation, and ongoing improvements.

This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving, working with cross-functional teams, and developing equipment that performs in demanding industrial environments.

• Design new mechanical equipment and modify existing systems to improve performance and functionality.
• Develop practical engineering solutions using CAD modeling, engineering calculations, reverse engineering, and redesign techniques.
• Validate designs through Finite Element Analysis (FEA), prototyping, testing, and field evaluations.
• Improve product reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, safety, and overall cost efficiency.
• Maintain engineering documentation including drawings, bills of materials, calculations, and design records.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, customer specifications, and safety requirements.

• Manage engineering projects from initial concept through manufacturing, testing, implementation, and ongoing product support.
• Support equipment rebuilds, upgrades, inspections, repair planning, testing, and commissioning.
• Work closely with manufacturing, operations, suppliers, and leadership to support production schedules and successful project completion.
• Provide technical assistance for troubleshooting, inspections, customer support, and field service activities.
• Help ensure equipment is manufactured according to engineering requirements and quality standards.

• Apply sound engineering principles to solve complex technical problems.
• Support product standardization and quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Balance multiple projects while adapting to changing priorities.
• Stay current with engineering practices, equipment technology, and industry standards.