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Project Mechanical Engineer

Oceaneering
Hanover, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/15/2026
Essential

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and apply advanced engineering analytical and design methods, theories and research techniques, to complex engineering projects.
  • Coordinate and supervise an interdisciplinary design team of engineers, designers, drafters, technical writers, and technicians.
  • Review progress and evaluate results of work accomplished by self and others.
  • Technically manage projects of moderate scope.
  • Estimate resource requirements to meet technical and scheduling objectives.
  • Review and approve the completion and implementation of technical products to meet the customer requirements.
  • Demonstrate excellent technical judgment, independent evaluation and innovative solutions to problems.
  • Write test procedures, conduct tests, compile and evaluate test data, and complete required documentation.
  • Interact with customer representatives to define and manage customer expectations.
  • Participate in Technical Working Groups to assess and improve ADTECH processes and capabilities.
  • Assist in bid and proposal efforts by providing cost estimations, technical approach definitions, and input to baseline schedule data.
  • Domestic and international travel, including shipboard operations.
  • Execute other duties as assigned

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Ocean Engineering, from an accredited institution.
  • 5-10 years of practical technical experience in the engineering process, including concept development, analysis, design, drawing, integration and testing of complex mechanical and/or ocean deployed systems.
  • 2 or more years of management experience leading multidisciplinary design teams.
  • Responsible for producing significant portions of individual project mechanical designs
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical groups and interact with customer representatives.
  • Proficiency in the application of current engineering software (i.e. SolidWorks, Matlab, etc), and Microsoft Office
  • Able to apply an advanced knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of mechanical engineering and an understanding of related engineering fields.
  • Work closely with electrical, software, and systems engineers, as well as other cooperative disciplines, to solve problems and constructively architect a working system.
  • Responsible and accountable for your results, working with considerable autonomy, but also knowing when to ask for assistance.
  • Ability to obtain a United States Government Department of Defense Security Clearance (active clearances preferred, but not prerequisite)
  • Desire to stretch and expand your talents, expertise, competency, and responsibilities.

DESIRED

  • Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering or a related field, from an accredited institution.
  • Exercise excellent technical judgement, creativity, and initiative with attention to detail consistently throughout your work product, with awareness of the “system” perspective.
  • Strong communication, organizational and technical writing skills, including ability to effectively document, convey, and present engineering concepts and products to team members and customers.
  • Experience in mathematically modeling mechanisms or performing mechanism analytics .
  • Knowledge and/or experience in the marine industry, fielding Shipboard systems and associated technologies.
  • Hands-on abilities for assembling mechanical components.

Salary range for this position is $101,600 - $152,400.

About Us

Oceaneering began in 1964 as a Gulf of Mexico-based diving company called World Wide Divers. Today, we are a leading global provider of engineered products and services to several industries, including energy, defense, aerospace, entertainment/theme parks, materials handling, and science and research.

We thrive by creating industry-changing technically creative solutions for the most complex operational challenges under water, on land, and in space.

At Oceaneering, we believe in managing our business in a way that promotes safety and health, the environment, and strong ethics, while supporting the communities in which we live and work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

About The Team

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Salary : $101,600 - $152,400

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