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Mechanical Design Engineer

The Dixon Group


Job Location:

Stevensville, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 70000 - 110000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Engineering

Job Summary

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: $70000 - $110000/yr

Hydrasearch is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Stevensville 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 lifecyclefrom 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 nations heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What Youll 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 Were Looking For:

  • Bachelors 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.)
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Required Experience:

IC


About Company

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Dixon is committed to maintaining its role as a leader and innovator in the hose and coupling industry. The company manufactures valves and hose couplings though operating divisions; Dixon Boss, Dixon Brass, Dixon Eagle, Dixon Fire, Dixon Specialty Products, Dixon Bayco, Dixon Quick C ... View more

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