Hire Design Engineer Designers near Virginia, United States

Passionate Mechanical Design Engineer Artisan. Senior R&D Designer, experienced in automotive mfg., marine technical training service, med-equipment startup company, and other customer services.

Passionate Mechanical Design Engineer Artisan. Senior R&D Designer, experienced in automotive mfg., marine technical training service, med-equipment startup company, and other customer services.

Dietrich Linde, P.E. graduated from Virginia Tech (2011) with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and obtained his PE license in 2017. He has 6 years of experience in design engineering with a focus in... Read more

Dietrich Linde, P.E. graduated from Virginia Tech (2011) with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and obtained his PE license in 2017. He has 6 years of experience in design engineering with a focus in materials and machine design and specializes in custom mechanical assemblies and automated systems. Specific capabilities include mechanical and electromechanical design, CAD, FEA and design validation, component and assembly manufacturing, procurement, assembly, and testing. Dietrich worked as a Systems Engineer, mechanical engineer, and sr. mechanical engineer. He has developed custom tooling for unique and specific projects. He has designed and manufactured a large scale metal 3D printer. Additionally he has designed equipment for automating processes to speed up manufacturing or reduce labor intensive applications. Dietrich is able to design with a wide variety of materials including alloy steels, aluminum, Inconel and other nickel-based alloys, carbides, and a wide variety of polymers. He has experience with mechanical systems such as linear actuators, miniature and large scale electric motors, combustion engines, pulleys, gears, solenoids, weldments, belts and other drivetrain components. His manufacturing capabilities include CNC milling, CNC turning (lathe), electro-discharge machining, welding, and 3D printing in both polymers and metals. Deliverables include consultation, design, CAD models, 2D manufacturing drawings, manufacturing of custom parts and assemblies, sourcing and selection of off-the-shelf parts, and component and assembly testing and validation.

I am an efficient and innovative design engineer with ~4 years experience in product design and manufacturing. I am proficient in solid 3D modeling as well as complex 3D surfacing. I have experience w... Read more

I am an efficient and innovative design engineer with ~4 years experience in product design and manufacturing. I am proficient in solid 3D modeling as well as complex 3D surfacing. I have experience with machined part design, injection-molded part design, flat patterning (sewn goods), stamped part design, thermoforming, and metal fabrication. The bulk of my work experience has taken place in a small business setting that has not only provided the opportunity to fully hash out designs from the sketchpad to prototypes to full production, but has also given me the creative freedom to try new or innovative production methods not afforded to a standard engineer. My strengths lie in my versatility, my ability to quickly find creative, cost-effective solutions to product design problems and my strong CAD background.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with over 8 years of experience. Most of that experience has been in industrial machine design in the lumber and rubber/tire industry. Additionally, I spent time wit... Read more

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with over 8 years of experience. Most of that experience has been in industrial machine design in the lumber and rubber/tire industry. Additionally, I spent time with a kitchen equipment manufacturer creating stainless sheetmetal designs for manufacturing, automated food equipment. I've also completed several freelance projects focusing on sheetmetal design. Focus: -Industrial Machine Design (Lumber and Rubber/Tire Industries) -Custom Conveyor Design (Belt, Chain, Roller, Drag Chain) -Automation Equipment (Robotic Work Cells, Automated Dispenser, ect.) -Custom Platforms Design (Machine access, safety fencing, ect.) -Sheetmetal Design (Machine guarding, Kitchen Equipment, ect.) Mechanical Calculations for: -Motors and Gearboxes -Shafts -Chains and Sprockets -Belts and Sheaves -Pneumatic Actuators and Valves -Hydraulic Actuators and Valves

Innovative Mechanical Design Engineer and R&D Specialist with a decade of expertise delivering mechanisms, electromechanical, and optomechanical design solutions across the aerospace, nuclear energy,... Read more

Innovative Mechanical Design Engineer and R&D Specialist with a decade of expertise delivering mechanisms, electromechanical, and optomechanical design solutions across the aerospace, nuclear energy, and color measurement industries. Expert in simplifying complex concepts through Design for Cost-Effectiveness (DFCE), advanced design methodologies, and the strategic application of GD&T. Proven track record of fostering competitive excellence and elevating product reliability while achieving quantifiable material and time cost reductions.

Mechanical Design Engineer | PhD Candidate in Mechanical Engineering I'm a dedicated Mechanical Engineer currently pursuing my PhD, with a strong focus on precision mechanical design, geometric dimen... Read more

Mechanical Design Engineer | PhD Candidate in Mechanical Engineering I'm a dedicated Mechanical Engineer currently pursuing my PhD, with a strong focus on precision mechanical design, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and industrial fixture & gauge development. -Core Expertise: Advanced 3D modeling and detailed part design in SolidWorks GD&T-compliant drawings based on ASME Y14.5 standards Custom jig & fixture design for machining, inspection, and assembly processes Tolerance stack-up analysis and DFM/DFA principles. -Ongoing Skill Development: I’m actively strengthening my capabilities in simulation and multiphysics analysis using Abaqus and COMSOL, with plans to master Siemens NX (including advanced modeling and integrated CAE workflows) in the near future.

I'm a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer. I've been using Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, AutoCAD and ImageCAD for 2D and 3D modeling and Drafting for over 11 years. I've ran multiple projects from concept... Read more

I'm a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer. I've been using Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, AutoCAD and ImageCAD for 2D and 3D modeling and Drafting for over 11 years. I've ran multiple projects from conceptual design to final product delivery.  

I am a detail-oriented CAD Design Engineer with expertise in creating precise 2D and 3D models for engineering, manufacturing, and product development. I specialize in SolidWorks, and engineering simu... Read more

I am a detail-oriented CAD Design Engineer with expertise in creating precise 2D and 3D models for engineering, manufacturing, and product development. I specialize in SolidWorks, and engineering simulations with experience across industries including mechanical design, product prototyping, process equipment, and fabrication drawings. I focus on delivering accurate, optimized, and fabrication-ready models for clients, ensuring functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. My remote collaboration skills allow me to efficiently handle international freelance projects. Core Skills CAD Software: SolidWorks, 3D Modeling & Simulation: Parametric modeling, assemblies, sheet metal, surfacing, weldments Technical Drafting: Engineering drawings, GD&T, BOM generation, fabrication detailing Engineering Analysis: FEA (stress/thermal), CFD, motion simulation Industry Applications: -Mechanical systems & components -Process equipment (reactors, vessels, piping) -Product design & prototyping -Fabrication & manufacturing design -Plant design and layout Portfolio Projects 🔧 1. Process Equipment Design – Pyrolysis Reactor (300L) -Designed a 3D CAD model of a pyrolysis reactor wit assembly drawings included, section views, and fabrication detailing.- -Optimized material selection for cost efficiency and durability. 🔧2. Fluidized Bed Boiler System Created a SolidWorks model of a screw feeder with lock hopper system and purge lines. Integrated sight glass and adjustable feed rate controls for operator usability. 🔧 3. Fabrication Drawings – Structural Support Frame Designed a steel support structure with full fabrication drawings and weld details, Provided cut lists, BOM, and shop-ready drawings. 🔧 4. Process Flow Diagrams & P&IDs Drafted process flow diagrams and P&IDs for ethanol production and gasification projects. 5. Mechanical systems -Designed an auto-reclining wheelchair with independent wheel suspension Work Experience Freelance CAD Engineer – 4years Process Design Engineer – Dangote fertilizer limited -Developed CAD models and engineering drawings for plant facility upgrades, piping and plant layout modification Collaborated with manufacturing teams to ensure fabrication feasibility.