Mechanical Engineer

About Us

Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm building and investing in rapidly scalable technology-led companies that are bringing revolutionary advancements to market in three distinct practice areas: healthcare, cyber, and national security. United by a shared sense of duty and deep belief in the power of innovation, Red Cell is developing powerful tools and solutions to address our Nation’s most pressing problems.

Mechanical Engineer (Contractor)

Contract: 3 - 6 Months with opportunity to join full-time

Location: McLean VA, Remote

Competitive hourly rate: $80-$100 per hour

About Claros

Claros enables Grid-to-Chip power infrastructure solutions for next generation Data Centers. Our mission is to transform power management to meet the global energy demand created by big data, artificial intelligence and ML. Through our innovative power delivery platform, our technology helps next generation data centers implement and operate server platforms that identify, control, and optimize power and energy management systems to meet real-world end user demands. We serve government and commercial customers.

About The Team

We are open-minded, fast paced, problem solvers that value open dialogue and candor. Our passion is to challenge the status-quo and we embrace transformational thinking. Our response is never “no, but….” instead “yes, if….”. We are mindful of our personal and organizational blinders and try to build an environment where are team members are At Their Best.

What You Will Do

• Design and model mechanical components using CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, etc.)


• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural, thermal, and mechanical systems


• Collaborate on systems that integrate mechanical components with Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)


• Analyze and simulate systems using MATLAB


• Generate detailed engineering drawings, BOMs, and documentation


• Support prototyping, testing, and cross-functional collaboration (electrical, manufacturing, QA)

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field


• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development


• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, etc.)


• Strong FEA skills (ANSYS, Abaqus, etc.)


• Experience with MATLAB for simulation/data analysis


• Knowledge of PCB design constraints and packaging integration


• Familiar with DFM/DFA, GD&T, and mechanical documentation standards

Nice to Have

• Experience with PLM tools (Windchill, Arena, etc.)


• Exposure to rapid prototyping, 3D printing, or lab testing


• Understanding of industry standards (ISO, ASME)

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer: You’ll receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.