Hire FEA Designers near Virginia, United States

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.

Mechanical Engineer with 2+ years specializing in thermal-fluid sciences, bridging the gap between multi-physics simulations and physical prototyping. Adept in deploying CAD Modeling, nonlinear FEA, t... Read more

Mechanical Engineer with 2+ years specializing in thermal-fluid sciences, bridging the gap between multi-physics simulations and physical prototyping. Adept in deploying CAD Modeling, nonlinear FEA, transient CFD, Heat Transfer Modeling, and MATLAB to identify root causes, enhance component reliability and optimize system performance. Applies a rigorous, data-driven, first-principles approach to deliver actionable engineering solutions.

My responsibilities are but is not limited to draft and design residential Homes, Revise and follow building codes, fire regulations, zoning laws and city ordinances when creating plans.  For public... Read more

My responsibilities are but is not limited to draft and design residential Homes, Revise and follow building codes, fire regulations, zoning laws and city ordinances when creating plans.  For public buildings, being aware of disabled access laws. Since these laws change regularly, stay up-to-date on policy, zoning and regulation changes.  Be in sync with latest energy-efficient products, building styles and the area to ensure their design matches current building structures.  To provide pre-design figures such as an environmental impact or feasibility study, cost analysis and land use study. Final construction plans are created by me and used by builders as a step-by-step guide on how the look and details of the building will play out, including plumbing, communication and heating, electrical, ventilation and structural systems.

Excellent skills in designing for manufacturability, ensuring repeatable, cost efficient designs. Mechanical engineer with a background in manufacturing and fabrication. Ability to run FEA and create... Read more

Excellent skills in designing for manufacturability, ensuring repeatable, cost efficient designs. Mechanical engineer with a background in manufacturing and fabrication. Ability to run FEA and create technical reports summarizing max stresses given loading conditions. 3 years of experience in rapid prototype fast paced production environment. Ability to have 3D printed scale models. Extensive AutoCad and Solidworks experience.

I've designed and engineered automated lens drills, helmet drop towers, interlocking aluminum parts, plastic covers, and more. Good foundation in human factors and ergonomics, and I always think of th... Read more

I've designed and engineered automated lens drills, helmet drop towers, interlocking aluminum parts, plastic covers, and more. Good foundation in human factors and ergonomics, and I always think of the people who will be using or interacting with my designs. Expert SolidWorks user - I've been using it since 2006 for assemblies with thousands of parts. CSWP (Certified SolidWorks Professional). Fusion 360 is a great tool for FEA (stress analysis) simulations. Familiar manufacturing methods: milling, turning, welding, sheet metal, sand casting, injection molding, 3D Printing, RIM (Reaction Injection Molding).

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.

I'm a civil engineer and Civil 3D designer with 5 years of experience in land development, stormwater, wet utilities, and road infrastructure, with projects delivered across the United States, New Zea... Read more

I'm a civil engineer and Civil 3D designer with 5 years of experience in land development, stormwater, wet utilities, and road infrastructure, with projects delivered across the United States, New Zealand, and Egypt. I currently produce full civil construction document sets for a US engineering firm: site, grading, stormwater, erosion control, and utility plans for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects in multiple states. What I deliver: • Survey and scan-to-CAD conversion: PDF/raster to clean, layered DWG/DXF at true scale • Civil 3D surfaces, grading, feature lines, and COGO points • Storm, sanitary, and pressure pipe networks; duct banks • Site, grading, drainage, and erosion control plans • Road and accessway design (layouts, vehicle tracking, maneuvering) • Stormwater design and HydroCAD modeling (detention, retention, swales) • Technical reports: drainage reports, SWPPPs, and permit review responses • Quantity take-offs and BOQs Software: AutoCAD Civil 3D, AutoCAD, InfraWorks, Navisworks, HydroCAD Standards: US state, county, and city requirements (including FDOT) and New Zealand council standards and codes of practice. What you can expect: • Clean, organized drawings on a consistent layer standard • Clear communication and quick responses • On-time delivery Available for one-time tasks and long-term collaboration. B.Sc. Civil Engineering, Suez Canal University