Mechanical Engineer I

Qualdoc
Richmond, VA
Location: Richmond, VA | Columbus, OH

Salary: $60,000 – $90,000

Employment Type: Direct hire or contract-to-hire opportunities available, depending on candidate fit.

Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support the design and development of power protection equipment, including switchboards, power distribution units (PDUs), and power panels. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who are eager to grow, contribute to meaningful projects, and collaborate across functions in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support mechanical design deliverables (design and documentation) for new and enhanced models of power protection equipment
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver designs on time, ensuring quality and alignment with customer and project requirements
  • Participate in design reviews, providing feedback and implementing modifications
  • Assist in the design and release of mechanical prototypes, support fabrication, and contribute to improvement efforts following evaluation
  • Lead smaller projects independently, managing engineering efforts to meet requirements
  • Work with production, supply chain, service, and other business areas to ensure designs meet organizational needs
  • Support product customization, lifecycle management, engineering change notices (ECN), and product optimization

Basic Qualifications

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
  • 2+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of power protection equipment and datacenter markets
  • Familiarity with electrical safety standards (UL, IEC) as applied to product offerings
  • 2+ years of SolidWorks CAD experience (thermal and structural evaluation)
  • Experience with PLM software (a plus)
  • Proficiency in sheet metal design, drawings, assemblies, and design for manufacturing
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with technical writing experience a plus
  • Ability to manage workload while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment
  • Experience with test fixtures, switchboards, PDUs, UL 891, and UL 508 panels (a plus)
Posted 2025-09-25

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