Mechanical Applications Engineer – Chesterfield, VA
Core
Design, develop, and improve heavy equipment and specialized mechanical systems from concept through field deployment and support.
Role type
Mechanical Applications Engineer
Builds
Heavy equipment, cranes, mobile equipment, and industrial machinery
Domain
Industrial machinery / Heavy equipment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical design, CAD modeling, reverse engineering, prototyping, FEA, engineering calculations, project management, troubleshooting, field inspections, regulatory compliance (OSHA/ASME/AWS/AAR)
Preferred skills
EIT or PE certification, CSWA or CSWP SolidWorks certification, hydraulic and electrical systems knowledge
Technologies
SolidWorks, FEA tools
Responsibilities
Develop new mechanical equipment and modify existing designs; Create practical solutions through CAD modeling, reverse engineering, redesign, prototyping, and field testing; Perform engineering calculations and use FEA to validate designs; Manage engineering projects from concept through manufacturing, testing, implementation, and lifecycle support; Work directly with customers to understand technical requirements and resolve engineering issues; Provide troubleshooting, field inspections, and on-site technical support
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC