Engineer

About the role

The Dixon Group is seeking an Engineer to join their team in Chestertown, MD. This role involves designing, fabricating, assembling, and testing new products and manufacturing concepts. The Engineer works closely with various teams to develop prototypes and ensure they meet production standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks
• Design components, fixtures, tooling, and prototype equipment
• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, manual machine tools, and fabrication equipment
• Produce prototype components from metals, plastics, and composite materials, and assemble or modify prototype products
• Develop and execute prototype test plans, document results, and troubleshoot failures to implement corrective actions
• Evaluate the manufacturability of designs (DFM/DFA) and assist in the development of manufacturing processes and tooling
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal manufacturing teams to transition designs into production
• Maintain prototype equipment, support additive manufacturing and emerging fabrication technologies, and identify opportunities to improve prototype lead times

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• An Associate Degree combined with significant prototype, machining, and product development experience may also be considered
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design, machining, prototype fabrication, or product development
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks CAD modeling, GD&T interpretation, CNC programming/machining, manual machining techniques, and additive manufacturing
• PREFERRED: Experience in industrial manufacturing, precision machining, metal fabrication, or fluid transfer products (valves, fittings, hoses, industrial equipment)
• A collaborative, detail-oriented innovator with a strong mechanical aptitude
• Self-starter who excels at root cause analysis and thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on development environment

Qualifications

• 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!

Benefits

• 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!

Schedule

Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday

Pay

Pay Range: $60-$70/Hour