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# Design Engineer in Richmond

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $90,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD)
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/design-engineer-richmond-31518573

## About the Role

Engineering degree or higher education in Mechanical Engineering

3+ years of experience in a similar position e.g. Design Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer

Experience and working knowledge of SolidWorks 3D modelling and 2D drawings

Knowledge and experience in metal fabrication processes

## Description

The successful Mechanical Design Engineer / Design Engineer will have experience with SolidWorks 3D modelling and 2D drawing, Improving the performance and design of existing products and oversee production and packaging of the final products

Using computer aided design (CAD) to design concepts

Design, model and test prototypes for new products

Oversee prototype development and confirm designs with purchasing/customer team

Create concepts to meet the production capabilities of the company

Ensure components and assemblies adhere to the industry and customer standards

Create parts lists

Establish design briefs as well as organising and maintaining engineering records