Mechanical Engineer

Company Overview

Founded in 1885, Ellicott Dredges is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of dredging equipment. Our systems are used globally to protect the environment, maintain safe and navigable waterways, and support economic development through underwater resource extraction.

With a reputation built on quality, reliability, and innovation, we serve both public and private clients in more than 100 countries. Our Baltimore, MD facility is the corporate hub of our engineering and manufacturing operations.

Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Baltimore-based engineering team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role supports the design, development, and implementation of mechanical and hydraulic systems for both new product lines and ongoing product support. You will work closely with manufacturing, sales, field service, and vendors to ensure product performance, quality, and customer satisfaction

Responsibilities

The following are the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Design dredge assemblies using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Design hydraulic systems including component selection, calculations, cooling, hose routing, and schematics.
• Design mechanical systems including material selection, parts design, assembly design, BOM structure, routings, simulation, and calculation.
• Design diesel drive trains including engine selection, transmission selection, coupling selection, fuel delivery, cooling system, air intake, and exhaust.
• Perform document control of models and drawings using SolidWorks PDM.
• Revise existing designs through the Engineering Change Notice process.
• Input design data into the Enterprise Resource Planning system.
• Communicate and manage vendors ensuring specifications are met.
• Assist in resolving shop and field issues with legacy designs.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, sales, and customer service teams.
• Perform other engineering duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program and 2 years of relevant mechanical design experience.
• Proficient with SolidWorks.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and documentation abilities.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require, including the ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport.

Bonus points if you have:

• Hydraulic design experience.
• Proficient with AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of diesel powertrain and hydraulic system integration.
• Experience in marine, mobile, or heavy equipment design.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position works in both an office setting and an active manufacturing environment onsite Monday through Friday. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

• Regularly required to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Frequently required to walk the production floor, including standing, bending, and climbing stairs or ladders.
• Occasionally required to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Exposure to noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures on the shop floor and at job sites, with required personal protective equipment provided.
• Occasional travel to domestic and international job sites, including outdoor and marine work environments.

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, precision engineering, and sustainable solutions! We offer an engaging environment where your expertise will directly contribute to impactful projects that make a difference worldwide.

Pay: $82,100.00 - $98,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program?

Work Location: In person