Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Washington, DC

A Mechanical Engineer in the construction industry plays a crucial role in designing, developing, building, and testing various mechanical systems such as machinery, tools, and engines used in construction projects. They work closely with architects and civil engineers to integrate mechanical components into building designs, ensuring that all mechanical systems function efficiently and safely. They are also responsible for overseeing the installation, operation and maintenance of equipment, and troubleshooting any mechanical failures.

The skills required for a Mechanical Engineer in the construction industry include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent knowledge in math and physics, proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, and good understanding of manufacturing processes and construction methods. A professional certification like the Professional Engineer (PE) license can also enhance their credibility. Prior to becoming a Mechanical Engineer, one may start as a Mechanical Engineering Intern, Mechanical Engineering Associate, or a Junior Mechanical Engineer to gain the necessary experience and practical skills.

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Cluster Project Design Mechanical Engineer, Fleet Remediation Engineering

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 60+ days ago

As an Amazon Fleet Remediation Project Design Mechanical Engineer, you will lead design projects in operational data centers, that remediate issues, upgrade our existing infrastructure or add new services...

Lead Mechanical Engineer

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 hours ago

-Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineer ing from ABET accredited program. -8+ years of experience in mechanical engineer ing, with a focus on HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design....

Remote Work

Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 hours ago

Required Skills & Required Experience Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering required. 0-2 years of experience. Experience in HVAC is preferred....

Mechanical Engineer, Critical Infrastructure , Field Engineering, Data Center Field Engineering

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 hours ago

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data...

Senior Construction Design Engineer (Heavy Civil)

  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Vienna, VA (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Overview Skanska is searching for a dynamic Senior Construction Design Engineer. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - CMTA

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 23 hours ago

CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience in Consulting Engineering....

2025 Internship - Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Systems

  • Fulton, MD (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fulton, MD (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Description Are you passionate about developing the next generation of spacecraft systems for NASA? If you are pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Physics,...

Senior Advanced Mechanical Engineer

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Basic Qualifications Education Requirements: Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related...

Product Lifecycle Mechanical Engineer, DCE - Mechanical Products & Services

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

AWS is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to be part of a global engineering team responsible for ownership and continuous improvement related to Mechanical (Cooling) infrastructure products within our rapidly...

Product Lifecycle Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Mechanical Solutions

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

for manufacturability, create assembly specifications and work with contract manufacturers....

Product Lifecycle Mechanical Engineer, DCE - Mechanical Solutions

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago

AWS is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to be part of a global engineering team responsible for ownership and continuous improvement related to Mechanical (Cooling) infrastructure products within our rapidly...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago

In this role you’ll work as Project Engineer on industrial, educational, health care and commercial facilities projects. Your main responsibilities on HVAC, fire protection, piping, plumbing...

Mechanical Engineer

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago

In this Role you’ll work as Project Engineer on industrial, educational, health care and commercial facilities projects. Your main responsibilities on HVAC, fire protection, piping, plumbing...

Mechanical Engineer Associate - Entry Level

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we...

Senior Nuclear/Mechanical Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Engineer, you are the asset owner's representative in the engineering realm, collaboratively optimizing all technical aspects of the plant design, construction and execution with the goal of maximizing...

Demographic Data for Washington, DC

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Salary for Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Washington, DC

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Mechanical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Mechanical Engineers in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
Master's Degree
25.7%
High School or GED
8.4%
Associate's Degree
8.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Mechanical Engineers in Washington, DC
4-6 years
26.4%
2-4 years
25.9%
6-8 years
17.6%
Less than 1 year
10.4%
1-2 years
7.0%
8-10 years
5.9%
None
4.2%
10+ years
2.6%



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