Mechanical Design Engineer – Enclosures & Integration

Quest Defense

Mechanical Design Engineer at Quest Defense Systems creating hardware for mission-critical power applications. Collaborating on designs of enclosures and systems that protect electronic systems in demanding environments.

Posted 5/11/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design electrical enclosures, control cabinets, and chassis systems
Create 2D and 3D CAD models and drawing packages (AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar)
Support panel layout, connector placement, and cable routing design
Interpret and work from electrical schematics and system requirements
Ensure designs meet EMC, seismic, and environmental standards
Support integration, testing, and validation of hardware designs
Document designs and support design reviews and verification activities
Collaborate with customers and internal teams to define scope and resolve issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

4–6+ years of experience in mechanical design or electrical packaging
Experience designing enclosures, cabinets, or chassis systems
Proficiency with CAD tools (Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
Understanding of electrical systems, wiring, or cable routing
Experience creating engineering drawings and documentation
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage
401(k) with employer match
Professional development support
A flexible, friendly workplace.
Work That Matters – Next-generation, safety- and mission-critical projects where your contributions have real-world impact.
Growth That’s Supported – Competitive compensation, employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.
A Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people-first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical enclosure designcontrol cabinet designchassis system design2D CAD modeling3D CAD modelingAutoCADInventorSolidWorkselectrical schematics interpretationengineering documentation

Soft Skills

problem-solvingcommunicationcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering