Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: 203A Log Canoe Circle, Stevensville, MD 21666
Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $70,000 - $110,000/yr
Hydrasearch, a proud affiliate of The Dixon Group, is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Stevensville, MD! In this role, you will support and improve engineered fluid-transfer components and mechanical hardware used in demanding commercial, aerospace and defense applications.
This is a hands-on engineering role that spans the product lifecycle—from requirements and mechanical design through prototyping, manufacturing, assembly and continuous improvement. You will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and suppliers to develop practical, manufacturable solutions and help resolve production challenges. This role provides the opportunity to work directly with physical products throughout the design and manufacturing process. Industry-specific experience is helpful but not required.
At Hydrasearch, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
What You'll Do:
- Product Design & Development: Design and improve mechanical components and assemblies, create 3D CAD models and engineering drawings, apply mechanical design and GD&T principles, support prototyping and testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop manufacturable products from concept through production.
- Manufacturing & Production Support: Maintain product and manufacturing documentation, support production and assembly processes, troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues, establish inspection requirements, and collaborate with production teams to resolve operational challenges.
- Supplier & Cross-Functional Support: Partner with suppliers and internal teams to communicate technical requirements, support engineering decisions, and resolve product, manufacturing, and production-related issues.
- Product Improvement & Change Control: Support product and process improvements, manage engineering changes and revision control, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of products.
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
2-5 years of engineering experience; strong entry-level candidates with relevant internships, co-op experience or hands-on engineering projects will also be considered.
- Ability to work directly with manufacturing personnel, suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical information clearly.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation; strong fundamentals in mechanical design, statics, tolerances and manufacturing methods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Machined, cast, forged, fabricated or assembled products.
- Fluid-transfer components or related mechanical hardware.
- Aerospace, defense, marine or other demanding applications.
- BOMs, routers or work instructions.
- Engineering change or configuration control.
- GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
- SolidWorks PDM or another product data management system.
- AS9100, ISO 9001 or another controlled manufacturing environment.
What We Offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
- Competitive salary
- Bonus programs
- 401K retirement plan
- Training opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
- Gym reimbursements, and more!
Who We Are: Hydrasearch is a U.S. manufacturer specializing in fluid-transfer and control systems for maritime, aerospace, and defense applications. Since its founding in 1962, Hydrasearch has developed capabilities in hose assemblies, valve fittings, and customer machined parts, often to meet MIL-SPEC and naval standards.
Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!
We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.
The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons. The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)Please contact us at (410) 778-2000 or [email protected] if you need help to participate fully in the application process.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- 2-5 years of engineering experience
- Ability to work with manufacturing personnel, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
- Practical problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly
- Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation
- Fundamentals in mechanical design, statics, tolerances, and manufacturing methods
- Experience with machined, cast, forged, fabricated, or assembled products
- Experience with fluid-transfer components or related mechanical hardware
- Experience in aerospace, defense, marine, or other demanding applications
- Experience with BOMs, routers, or work instructions
- Experience with engineering change or configuration control
- GD&T experience in accordance with ASME Y14.5
- Experience with SolidWorks PDM or another product data management system
- Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, or another controlled manufacturing environment
What We Do
Hydrasearch is a U.S.-based manufacturer of specialized fluid-conveyance systems, maritime and aerospace components, and custom-machined parts. Its products support defense and commercial applications, including military fluid conveyance, refueling-at-sea and underway replenishment, along with marine hardware for commercial and recreational vessels. The company combines engineering, design, and manufacturing capabilities to deliver mission-critical solutions for maritime and aerospace customers and support OEM production and operational logistics.
