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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Oceaneering
Hanover, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2026
Job Description

Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) develops, manufactures, and operates customized marine systems, shipboard equipment, subsea vehicles, and engineered solutions for commercial and U.S. military vessels.

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.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Essential

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Proficiency to independently perform engineering analysis, such as structural, dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, machine design, etc., using judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
  • Coordinate the efforts of technicians, drafters, technical writers, and other engineers.
  • Provide work leadership for lower level employees.
  • Technically manage projects of small scope.
  • Ensure that customer requirements are systematically converted into total system solutions.
  • Develop and recommend design approaches for new or improved products or processes.
  • Write test procedures, conduct tests, compile and evaluate test data, and complete required documentation.
  • Prepare reports and present results to management and customer representatives.
  • Assist in bid and proposal efforts by providing cost estimations, technical approach definitions, and input to baseline schedule data.
  • Evaluate vendor capability to provide required products or services.
  • Some domestic and international travel may be required, including shipboard operations.

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Ocean Engineering, from an accredited institution.
  • 3-5 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.
  • 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.
  • Supervise/mentor junior engineers or technicians, when necessary.
  • 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.
  • Good 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 and associated technologies.
  • Hands-on abilities for assembling mechanical components.

This position is Hybrid - Remote and will require commuting to a designated office. Hybrid work schedules are determined by the hiring manager based on business need.

Pay, Benefits And Work Schedule

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. Annualized pay rate for this position: $86,700- $117,300.

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.

Salary : $86,700 - $117,300

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