Mechanical Design Engineer 13806
Job Description
Now Hiring: Mechanical Design Engineer (Direct Hire) — Westminster, MD
Salary: $80,000 – $85,000
Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.
We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our client's growing team in Westminster, MD. This is a direct-hire opportunity offering competitive compensation and the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative, innovative environment.
Position Summary:
The Design Engineer will lead and support the full product development lifecycle for advanced battery technologies — from design and prototyping through validation, pilot production, and process development. You’ll work closely with a cross-functional engineering team to deliver high-performance solutions for demanding applications, particularly in defense and aerospace sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all development phases including concept design, prototyping, validation, and pilot-scale production.
Prepare and present both internal and customer-facing design reviews.
Plan, develop, and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) for battery fabrication and testing.
Collaborate with team members to determine battery design parameters and mechanical characteristics.
Develop tooling, fixtures, and processes for pilot-scale manufacturing.
Coordinate and execute product development trials, then analyze and present results with actionable recommendations.
Draft engineering documentation including assembly instructions and process specifications.
Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective actions for design and process issues.
Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship required.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related science/engineering discipline.
5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; capable of thriving in a collaborative environment.
Self-starter with strong hands-on skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Preferred experience (not required):
Defense or aerospace industry background.
Knowledge of battery design, energy storage systems, or electrochemistry.
Why Apply?
Direct hire with long-term growth potential
Work on innovative battery technologies
Support critical applications in defense and aerospace
Be part of a collaborative and technical engineering team