About Careertakes

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Responsibilities

This role supports mechanical design and hardware integration for electronic products. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional Integrated Product Teams and be involved from concept through prototype and verification.

• Design mechanical parts, enclosures, and assemblies for electronic systems using SolidWorks
• Create and maintain 3D models, 2D drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Support thermal and structural evaluations through simulation, analysis, or hands-on testing
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to ensure proper PCB integration, fit, and mechanical clearances
• Assist with prototype builds, lab testing, and design verification activities
• Participate in design reviews and propose product improvements
• Apply best practices in electronics packaging, manufacturability, and material selection

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Required Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• 1–5 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, or academic projects accepted)
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
• Basic understanding of thermal principles and heat dissipation for electronic systems
• Strong attention to detail and good documentation practices
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based engineering environment

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with thermal or FEA tools (e.g., Ansys, FloTHERM, COMSOL)
• Experience designing injection-molded parts
• Hands-on prototyping experience (3D printing, workshop/fab, lab testing)
• Familiarity with fabrication processes: sheet metal, machining, injection molding
• Understanding of electronics packaging and PCB mechanical integration

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Compensation & Clearance

• Anticipated salary range: $95,000–$115,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications
• This position requires an active Secret security clearance. Clearance processing and maintenance will follow U.S. Government requirements.

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Benefits Overview

Confidential Client offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: 15–25 days annually based on tenure, plus 11 paid holidays
• Retirement: Up to 15% employer contribution to a 401(k) through match and profit sharing
• Medical: Employer-covered medical plan for employees with optional buy-up for dependents
• Dental & Vision: Employer-paid plans with optional enhancements
• Insurance: Employer-paid life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and dependent care FSAs
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework
• Additional: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, virtual care, prescription savings, travel support
• Performance-based rewards: merit increases, performance bonuses, referral bonuses

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Location

This role is based in Columbia, MD (on-site). Applicants must be eligible to maintain an active Secret security clearance.

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Additional Information

Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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