Mechanical Design Engineer – Control Systems

Immediately hiring Mechanical Design Engineer – Control Systems! Embark on a journey with QDSS at the forefront of technological innovation as we seek talented Engineers to shape the future of cutting-edge projects and contribute to a culture of excellence and creativity. What we do matters. We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer – Control Systems to design and develop electrical enclosures, control cabinets, and chassis structures that support mission-critical hardware in power generation and industrial systems. In this role, you'll work at the intersection of mechanical design and electrical integration, partnering closely with hardware design and testing teams to deliver reliable, safety-critical solutions. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, hands-on experience with 3D modeling and panel design, and a solid understanding of industry codes, standards, and environmental requirements. Applicants must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Remote with 10% travel to Wilmington, NC. Roles & Responsibilities:

• Understanding system requirements, including EMC, Seismic, and other applicable standards.
• 2D / 3D modeling of Instrumentation and Controls chassis and other misc. electrical equipment
• Understanding of electrical schematics, connector panel design, wire harness design, cable routing design.
• Connector selection and design.
• Performing integration testing of the design and documenting test results.
• Performing Verification of Design Specifications and Reports.
• Engage customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks.
• Work with Tech Leads to establish an effective work plan, including time estimates, schedule estimates, requirements and work processes.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and 1st order engineering principles to establish and/or confirm expected performance.
• Provide clear and complete analysis documentation in accordance with the customers' engineering procedures.
• Manage time effectively to provide quality deliverables within the expected project timeline.
• Communicate effectively to leadership the status of work activities.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities.

Required Skills (Technical Competency):

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering degree from an accredited college of university.
• 4-6 years of experience
• Knowledge of common 2D / 3D drawing programs.
• Experience with coding conventions, unit testing and integration testing of control cabinets and chassis.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in field.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident required

Additional Desired Characteristics

• Solves technical challenges through application of common design patterns and identifying appropriate patterns for use in problem solving.
• Inventor experience (including Vault)
• AutoCAD experience.
• Experience understanding coding standards that meets and delivers desired functionality using technology selected for the project.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and ability to articulate clearly.
• Contributes to creative solutions and challenges status quo.
• Proactively learns new tools and identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes their adoption.
• Experience in adoption and/or integration of emerging technologies (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, digital assistants) into day-to-day operations for continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Mostly Office Environments, Occasional Shop Floor involvement.
• Substantial amounts of telephone and computer work.
• Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures.
• Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.
• Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM
• Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations.
• Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don't just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we're not just leading the industry — we're revolutionizing it. Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job