Junior Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

BlackSea Engineering is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Baltimore. This role will focus on the design, development, and integration of mechanical components and systems in a specialty marine vehicle. The ideal candidate would bring a willingness to learn new skills, ability to work independently when needed, and a familiarity with engineering design concepts with some design and build experience. Work would be performed under the supervision of more senior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, analysis, and integration of mechanical systems, components, and structures
• Support prototyping, virtual and physical testing, troubleshooting, and evaluation of components and systems in lab, shop, and field environments
• Assist in planning and executing project tasks, including technical design, documentation, and schedule tracking
• Generate and manage 3D CAD models and detailed mechanical drawings
• Coordinate with fabrication teams (machine shops, welders, technicians) and cross-disciplinary engineering teams (electrical, controls, systems)
• Independently solve straightforward engineering challenges using established methods and tools
• Apply engineering fundamentals to solve technical challenges under the guidance and mentorship of other engineers
• Support compliance with project requirements, engineering standards, and customer specifications
• Supporting team work efforts to design, manufacture, and test components and outfitting equipment for a submersible maritime system
• Custom shipboard equipment includes walkways, seating, storage compartments and systems, operator interfaces, and integrated wiring harnesses and electrical components
• Planning, coordinating, and integrating equipment on vessels and vessel mockups
• Assisting in the development of design data ranging from fabrication drawings through system descriptions / diagrams, technical reports, and customer presentations
• Coordinating with project personnel to ensure that program requirements and expectations are met in a timely manner

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship (mandatory)
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant technical discipline from an ABET-accredited school
• Up to 3 years' experience working on projects with engineering content such as machine design, kinematics, structural evaluation, systems engineering, vehicles or maritime vessels, or related fields
• At least one year of 3D CAD modeling experience
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Applicants should be able to board and traverse boats and ships
• Ability and willingness to receive and maintain a US Government security clearance

Desired Skills

• SolidWorks experience in part modeling, assemblies, and drafting
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis tools such as SolidWorks Simulation
• Exposure to design engineering involving a variety of components, structures, and systems
• Supporting small teams performing small to medium projects
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and intuition with experience in the design, testing, and production of mechanical components and systems
• Design engineering experience with a variety of components, structures, and systems
• Interest in maritime activities, structures, and/or vehicles
• Familiarity with machine shop operations or collaboration with fabrication technicians, welders, or multidisciplinary engineering teams
• An existing US Government security clearance
• Technical curiosity and enthusiasm for conceptualizing, designing, building, and testing innovative systems across multiple domains — from seafloor to aerospace
• A desire and ability to travel for testing and demonstrations

Pay

$35.00 - $40.00 an hour

Travel

Yes. Up to 30 days a year through 5 trips.