Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer

Experience: 5+ yrs
Location: Blacksburg, VA
Job type: Full-Time
Salary: $100,000–$130,000 / year
Posted: today

About the role

The Electro-Mechanical Design Engineer will develop high-reliability slip ring assemblies for aerospace, aviation, and defense applications, contributing across concept development, detailed mechanical, thermal, and electrical design, analysis, production documentation, and manufacturing support. The role requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical or aeronautical engineering, at least 5 years of experience designing and analyzing precision rotating electromechanical equipment, and hands-on experience with CAD/CAE, FEA, GD&T, design for manufacture and assembly, and production hardware.

Key Responsibilities

Establish concepts and requirements to successfully conduct and support slip ring design efforts across mechanical, thermal, and electrical engineering disciplines.
Develop and analyze high-reliability slip ring assemblies for aerospace, aviation, defense, and related space and military applications.
Understand and interpret customer specifications and requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Serve as the primary technical interface with suppliers and customers for project-related technical aspects.
Carry designs from inception during the bids and proposal phase through detailed design development, analysis, and creation of production drawings and documentation.
Continue providing engineering support as slip ring products progress through production build and test.
Expand existing technology through participation in internal research and development efforts.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a mechanical or aeronautical engineering discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in the design and analysis of precision rotating electromechanical equipment.
Experience in mechanical design, including design for manufacture and assembly of production hardware.
Experience using CAD/CAE and FEA.
Experience applying and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) on engineering prints for production hardware.
Experience reviewing peers' designs and documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Knowledge of machining and manufacturing capabilities and drafting standards.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive compensation package with annual profit sharing.
401(k) matching and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Flexible paid time off, holidays, and a parental leave program.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and supplemental insurance coverage.
Tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development, and personal growth programs.
Monday through Thursday 9-hour shifts with a half-day Friday schedule.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Precision Rotating Electromechanical Equipment
Mechanical Design
Design for Manufacture/Assembly
CAD/CAE
FEA
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Design Review
Machining/Manufacturing Capabilities
Drafting Standards
Mechanical Design and Analysis
Thermal Design and Analysis
Electrical Design and Analysis
Slip Ring Assemblies
Detailed Design Development and Analysis
Production Drawings and Documentation
Research and Development

Education

Required

Bachelor's degree in a mechanical or aeronautical engineering discipline

Selection process

Step 1
Submitted
Someone who fits the role and has told you they are interested, with their resume.
Step 2
Client interviews
Step 3
Selected
If they qualify and are selected, your payout is due.