Engineering Jobs in Mechanicsville, VA

Cranemasters is a leading provider of specialized engineering and railroad services, delivering innovative solutions for heavy-lift operations and rail-connected machinery. We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team and help design and optimize cranes, attachments, and related equipment tailored for the rail industry.

This role requires a deep understanding of the unique challenges of railway construction, including heavy lifts, track maintenance, and complex logistics. You will collaborate with a skilled engineering team to create designs that prioritize safety, efficiency, durability, and compliance with industry standards. Key considerations include load capacity, stability, reliability, ease of maintenance, and maneuverability along railway tracks.

Responsibilities include structural analysis, material and component selection, and ensuring equipment performance and safety throughout its lifecycle.

Work Schedule

This position follows a 9/80 work schedule and is primarily based in Chesterfield, Virginia. When supporting the Aftermarket Group, approximately 80% of your time will be at our Richmond location, with one dedicated day per week at Chesterfield headquarters.

As a first responder to the railroad industry, all Cranemasters employees are considered on call for emergency support. Engineering management may request support outside normal hours to meet urgent operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development

• Design: Develop new crane structures, overhaul existing designs, and create hardware for enhanced functionality. Apply abstract thinking, visualize 3D concepts from 2D drawings, and perform reverse engineering when needed.
• Testing: Validate designs through calculations, modeling, and prototyping. Conduct field testing to simulate real-world conditions, identify issues, and ensure compliance before full implementation.

Aftermarket

• Rebuild Projects: Lead inspections, refurbishments, and rebuilds of high-tonnage cranes and related machinery. Plan and execute repairs and upgrades to meet safety and industry standards.
• Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to customers and internal teams, troubleshoot issues remotely or on-site, and ensure optimal equipment performance.

Production

• Catalog Design Updates: Implement iterative design improvements for standard equipment models. Coordinate releases with management and manufacturing teams based on production schedules.
• Compliance & Delivery: Ensure all builds meet customer specifications and regulatory standards. Complete documentation, testing, and final handoff of equipment.

General Responsibilities

• Problem Solving: Apply critical thinking and collaborate across teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Ownership of Design: Oversee designs through manufacturing and testing phases, adapting quickly to changes.
• Product Knowledge: Maintain expertise in Cranemasters' equipment and stay current with industry best practices and safety regulations.
• Customer Engagement: Communicate effectively with customers, providing updates and addressing inquiries.
• Quality Assurance: Work with project managers and foremen to uphold quality standards during rebuilds and production.
• Communication: Maintain open dialogue with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams, providing clear rationale for design decisions.
• Resilience: Respond effectively to dynamic, high-pressure situations during emergency derailment support.
• Documentation: Follow revision control and release guidelines; record calculations, procedures, and results accurately.
• Time Management: Prioritize tasks to meet manufacturing timelines and urgent delivery requirements.

Required Travel

• Approximately 5–10%

Benefits & Perks

• Annual Bonus Program: Eligible to participate in our discretionary corporate bonus program based on company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Technology Support: A company-provided laptop to keep you connected and productive.
• 9/80 Work Schedule: 10‐hour shift schedule with every other Friday off, supporting work–life balance.
• Paid Time Off: Accrual begins your first week at a rate equivalent to 80 hours per year; PTO available after 90 days of service.

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The TRG Growth Practice has recently been engaged by one of our top manufacturing clients to help on-board a Quality Engineer to join their Team in Hampton Roads Virginia. This is a very exciting search, because our client has been growing every year creating greater opportunities and positive challenges for their organization.

The ideal candidate would have a blended background in both Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement and understand how to drive Performance and set Key Metrics for Sustainable Growth. We are looking for a self-starter, with a strong sense of urgency, along with the ability to develop and create where structure doesn't already exist.

If this is you, give us a call!

Desired Qualifications:

· Bachelor's Degree

· 1-3+ years working in a Manufacturing Environment (Minimum)

· Blended Operations & Quality Leadership Skills

· Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills

If you are interested in this or future opportunities in your area, please send a Word-Formatted resume to and we will contact you when opportunities arise that match your geography and experience. All inquiries are kept confidential and your information will not be shared without your prior approval.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.