Mechanical Designer Jobs in Virginia
Mechanical Designer jobs in Virginia are open across Richmond, Chantilly, and Arlington and other Virginia metros, with employers like Summit Fire & Security, Kiewit, and AECOM hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Requisition ID: 180478
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering
Department: Drafting & Design
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Does the chance to change a skyline excite you? Do you consider yourself a high-performer? Creative? Committed to high-quality work? Is adventure your middle name? If so, you may have a future in design engineering at Kiewit! We’re known for creating innovative, world-class building projects throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico — many are once-in-a-lifetime opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. How do we do it? We hire only the best and we employ them to do career-defining work that changes the landscape in communities around the world. You bring your talent, skills, and drive to succeed. We’ll provide the training, on-the-job experience and responsibility from day one that will shape your professional growth. Let’s go!
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. Our rapidly growing Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:
- Gas-fired generation
- Power delivery
- Environmental retrofits
- Renewables and new technology
- Water/wastewater
We are a high performing team of engineers and designers that develop projects through the project life-cycle engaging exciting projects throughout North America. Our staff leads the power markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit’s construction teams to approach construction-driven engineering with a focus on safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.
Location
This position can be based in any of the following office locations: Lenexa, KS; Houston, TX; Raleigh, NC; or Phoenix/Tempe, AZ. For roles in Chattanooga, TN; Detroit, MI; or Richmond, VA, the position will start remotely and transition to a hybrid/in office arrangement once the new office is established.
Responsibilities
- Draft sketches, piping and instrument diagrams, or model 3D equipment items for power plant systems including steam cycle systems, boiler feed and condensate, water treatment, fuel handling, hydraulic, heat transfer systems, conveying systems, and air and gas systems.
- Check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
- Adhere to schedules and work assignments to ensure successful project completion.
- Coordinate with other drafters, designers and other team members assigned to a project or task, and support work progress and results.
- Train and advise interns or new graduates.
Qualifications
- At least 3-10 years’ related design experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Drafting and Design or related discipline
- Proficient in basic computer programs including MS Word and Excel, web browsing and e-mail programs
- Knowledge of drafting software including MicroStation, Autodesk, SmartPlant
Working Conditions
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Mechanical Designer Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Summit Fire & Security4

- Kiewit2

- AECOM1

- Atlantic Constructors1

- Google1

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing6
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Energy2
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical designer jobs across Virginia.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo for 3D solid modeling
- Experience creating detailed engineering drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
- Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology or a related field
- Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, or machining processes
- Ability to manage and release drawings through a PDM or PLM system
- Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing or product development environment
Mechanical Designer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many mechanical designer jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 13+ mechanical designer openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Richmond, Chantilly, and Arlington. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
Which Virginia cities have the most mechanical designer jobs?
Richmond, Chantilly, and Arlington have the most mechanical designer openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire mechanical designers in Virginia?
Employers hiring mechanical designers in Virginia include Summit Fire & Security, Kiewit, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote mechanical designer jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 31% of mechanical designer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for mechanical designer jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to mechanical designer jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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