Security Clearance: Secret
Location: Memphis, TN or Bethesda, MD
Job Type: Full-Time
Target Salary Range*: $90,000 - $110,000.
*This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary
Position Overview:
Amatriot is seeking a skilled Hydromechanical Engineer to support mission-critical naval test systems. This position primarily supports operations in Memphis, TN, with potential support at a secondary site in Bethesda, MD.
The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills and is excited to learn the intricacies of a unique, highly complex hydromechanical system. This individual is proactive in applying engineering knowledge to develop practical solutions and is comfortable interacting hands-on with operational equipment in an industrial test environment.
This role is well-suited for a mechanically inclined engineer who thrives in applied, real-world engineering scenarios involving fluid dynamics, mechanical design, and system troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop engineering solutions for complex hydromechanical and fluid power systems
- Apply strong analytical methods to evaluate system performance and identify optimization opportunities
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving hydraulic and mechanical machinery
- Perform system modeling, validation, and performance analysis
- Work hands-on with equipment to support testing, maintenance, and system improvements
- Utilize CAD software to develop and modify mechanical designs
- Conduct or support finite element analysis (FEA) as needed
- Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system documentation
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and technical teams
- Ensure compliance with industrial safety standards and best practices
- Provide clear technical documentation and reporting
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
- Can substitute 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree
- Minimum of 3+ years of related hands-on mechanical engineering experience
- Experience in industrial, heavy manufacturing, waterworks, or similar environments preferred
- Strong background in fluid dynamics and mechanical design
- Proficiency with CAD software
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with industrial safety standards and practices
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting U.S. Navy or Department of Defense programs
- Experience in naval or laboratory test system environments
- Experience performing root cause analysis on complex mechanical systems
- Knowledge of military standards and specifications
Skills Required
- Active or eligible Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or 4 years experience in lieu of degree)
- Minimum 3+ years related hands-on mechanical engineering experience
- Strong background in fluid dynamics and mechanical design
- Proficiency with CAD software
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with industrial safety standards and practices
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Experience in industrial, heavy manufacturing, waterworks, or similar environments (preferred)
What We Do
The Amatriot Group is a talent solutions firm providing technology expertise to the federal and commercial sectors. With over a decade of experience delivering mission-critical support to the intelligence, defense, and national security sectors, the company specializes in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions by securing top-tier talent to bridge workforce gaps in the most complex and secure environments.
