Instant Systems Inc.
Mechanical Engineer
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Norfolk, VA, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
9 August 2026
What they need
The Mechanical Engineer is primarily responsible for leading new product development projects from concept to production readiness. The Mechanical Engineer drives innovation to fulfill client needs as well as the strategic direction of the company.
Responsibilities
Leading, participating, or supporting product development activities including but not limited to:
concept, planning, design, and execution stages of new products or product enhancements
risk assessment
prototyping and testing concept designs and initial engineering builds
design reviews, verification testing, product validation, and usability testing
tech transfer to production
Ensuring product launches occur on time every time
Creating Design History Files
Ensuring products are developed in compliance to applicable regulations, standards and or customer requirements
Developing and project planning new products in line with customer design inputs and output needs
Writing validation/qualification protocols and reports, and other required documents as per the Quality Management Systems at Instant Systems e.g. SOPs, Work Instructions, Forms, etc.
Developing CAD designs and drawings required throughout the value stream of the company
Drives continuous Improvement through improvement and or developing in systems and processes
Understanding and reporting on applicable product standards
Maintaining delivery timelines on tasks and deliverables
Evaluating proposed design modifications
Setting accurate timelines for task completion
Communicating deviations from original plans quickly to Client Services
Providing accurate information for price quoting purposes
Functioning as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to help resolve customer complaints, internal non-conformances and or Quality Improvement initiatives
Consulting on quality tasks related to product development
Reviewing final product documentation for accuracy
Making recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations
Other Responsibilities
As assigned
To Be Considered You’ll Need
- a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant field.
- a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
- solid company-centric ideology.
- creative problem-solving skills.
- the ability to balance multiple priorities.
- core values of honesty and respect.
- a thirst for learning.
- the desire the be challenged.
You’ll Thrive If You
- enjoy an autonomous work environment.
- have a LEAN mindset.
- are the first person to help.
- seek out opportunities to bring added value.
Company Benefits & Perks
- 401K
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Wellness Program
- Life Insurance
- Corporate Sponsored Events
- Skill growth opportunities
- Short Term Disability
- Ability to Advance
- Working with energetic & creative problem solvers
- A mission worthy of your energy and expertise
Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background and drug screening. It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company's needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.
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