Software Design Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia
Software Design Engineer jobs in District of Columbia are open across Washington and Naval Research Laboratory and other District of Columbia metros, with employers like Deloitte, KBR, and Stantec hiring at every experience level. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Open roles34
Top employerDeloitte
Top cityWashington, DC
Cities hiring2
Work type56% On-site
Top industryConsulting
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NPI Mold Design Engineer
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ITT Inc.
NPI Mold Design Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia
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Mechanical Design Engineer
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Technology Service Corporation
Mechanical Design Engineer
Naval Research Laboratory, District of Columbia
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Senior Consultant - Finance Operate - UX / Product Design
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Deloitte
Senior Consultant - Finance Operate - UX / Product Design
Washington, District of Columbia
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Senior Consultant - Finance Operate - Service Design Lead
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Deloitte
Senior Consultant - Finance Operate - Service Design Lead
Washington, District of Columbia
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Finance Operate - Manager - Process Design & Reengineering Lead
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Deloitte
Finance Operate - Manager - Process Design & Reengineering Lead
Washington, District of Columbia
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NPI Mold Design Engineer
ITT Inc.·Washington, District of Columbia
Job functions:
$128k - $191k/yr
Bachelor's
10,000+ employees
Job Description
The NPI Mold Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing new injection molds, tooling, and manufacturing processes that support the launch of new Mil/Aero interconnect products at ITT Cannon. This role ensures that connector components—particularly high‑precision molded insulators, inserts, seals, and other engineered polymer parts—are tooled and manufactured to meet rigorous industry standards (MIL‑DTL, AS9100) and customer requirements.
The engineer plays a key role in cross‑functional NPI teams and supports concept development, DFM/DFA, mold flow simulation, tooling validation, and production readiness activities.
Mold & Tooling Design
- Design high‑precision injection molds (single- and multi‑cavity) for thermoplastic, thermoset, and elastomer components used in Mil/Aero connector products.
- Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and specification packages using CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, NX preferred).
- Conduct DFM/DFA analysis to ensure mold designs support manufacturability, dimensional accuracy, and long‑term tooling reliability.
- Perform mold flow analysis using Moldflow, Sigmasoft, or equivalent software to assess gate location, fill patterns, warp, cooling, venting, and material behavior.
- Collaborate with internal tooling shops and external toolmakers to refine designs and ensure tooling feasibility.
New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering
- Participate in gate reviews, project planning, and cross‑functional NPI engineering meetings.
- Translate product design intent into robust tooling concepts and manufacturing solutions.
- Define material selections, molding parameters, and processing requirements for new connector components.
- Support prototyping, sample builds, and EVT/DVT/PVT phases.
- Drive part qualification activities including FAI, PPAP, capability studies, and mold validation protocols.
Manufacturing Support
- Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams to troubleshoot tooling, part quality, and molding issues.
- Optimize cycle times, cooling performance, and mold longevity through design improvements.
- Support molding trials, including tool tuning, vent adjustments, gating changes, and dimensional improvements.
- Provide training and technical support to mold technicians and operators during ramp‑up and SOP transitions.
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure mold and part designs align with Mil/Aero standards (MIL‑DTL, AS9100) and ITT Cannon design guidelines.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling or part defects.
- Maintain accurate documentation, design records, and revision histories in accordance with quality system requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in injection mold design, preferably in precision components or connector industry.
- Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or NX).
- Experience with mold flow simulation tools.
- Solid understanding of mold design principles: gating, venting, cooling, shrinkage, tolerancing, and material flow.
- Hands‑on experience with high‑temperature engineering resins (PEEK, PPS, LCP), thermosets, or elastomers.
- Familiarity with GD&T, ASME Y14.5, and precision tooling tolerances.
- Experience in NPI processes, product validation, and manufacturing readiness.
- Travel periodically, up to 20%
Preferred:
- Prior experience supporting Mil/Aero, Defense, or highly regulated industries.
- Knowledge of MIL‑DTL connector families (38999, 26482, 5015, etc.).
- Experience with AS9100 environments and FAI/PPAP documentation.
- Understanding of high‑performance tooling steels, coatings, and mold maintenance practices.
- Experience managing external tool shops or offshore tooling vendors.
- Strong problem‑solving skills using 8D, DMAIC, or similar methodologies.
Key Competencies
- Technical design expertise
- Strong attention to detail
- Cross‑functional communication
- Project management & organization
- Root-cause analysis & troubleshooting
- Ability to work independently and in team settings
- Continuous improvement mindset
ITT Inc.
NPI Mold Design Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia
Added 3d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$128k - $191k/yr
Bachelor's
Job Description
The NPI Mold Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing new injection molds, tooling, and manufacturing processes that support the launch of new Mil/Aero interconnect products at ITT Cannon. This role ensures that connector components—particularly high‑precision molded insulators, inserts, seals, and other engineered polymer parts—are tooled and manufactured to meet rigorous industry standards (MIL‑DTL, AS9100) and customer requirements.
The engineer plays a key role in cross‑functional NPI teams and supports concept development, DFM/DFA, mold flow simulation, tooling validation, and production readiness activities.
Mold & Tooling Design
- Design high‑precision injection molds (single- and multi‑cavity) for thermoplastic, thermoset, and elastomer components used in Mil/Aero connector products.
- Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and specification packages using CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, NX preferred).
- Conduct DFM/DFA analysis to ensure mold designs support manufacturability, dimensional accuracy, and long‑term tooling reliability.
- Perform mold flow analysis using Moldflow, Sigmasoft, or equivalent software to assess gate location, fill patterns, warp, cooling, venting, and material behavior.
- Collaborate with internal tooling shops and external toolmakers to refine designs and ensure tooling feasibility.
New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering
- Participate in gate reviews, project planning, and cross‑functional NPI engineering meetings.
- Translate product design intent into robust tooling concepts and manufacturing solutions.
- Define material selections, molding parameters, and processing requirements for new connector components.
- Support prototyping, sample builds, and EVT/DVT/PVT phases.
- Drive part qualification activities including FAI, PPAP, capability studies, and mold validation protocols.
Manufacturing Support
- Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams to troubleshoot tooling, part quality, and molding issues.
- Optimize cycle times, cooling performance, and mold longevity through design improvements.
- Support molding trials, including tool tuning, vent adjustments, gating changes, and dimensional improvements.
- Provide training and technical support to mold technicians and operators during ramp‑up and SOP transitions.
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure mold and part designs align with Mil/Aero standards (MIL‑DTL, AS9100) and ITT Cannon design guidelines.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling or part defects.
- Maintain accurate documentation, design records, and revision histories in accordance with quality system requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in injection mold design, preferably in precision components or connector industry.
- Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or NX).
- Experience with mold flow simulation tools.
- Solid understanding of mold design principles: gating, venting, cooling, shrinkage, tolerancing, and material flow.
- Hands‑on experience with high‑temperature engineering resins (PEEK, PPS, LCP), thermosets, or elastomers.
- Familiarity with GD&T, ASME Y14.5, and precision tooling tolerances.
- Experience in NPI processes, product validation, and manufacturing readiness.
- Travel periodically, up to 20%
Preferred:
- Prior experience supporting Mil/Aero, Defense, or highly regulated industries.
- Knowledge of MIL‑DTL connector families (38999, 26482, 5015, etc.).
- Experience with AS9100 environments and FAI/PPAP documentation.
- Understanding of high‑performance tooling steels, coatings, and mold maintenance practices.
- Experience managing external tool shops or offshore tooling vendors.
- Strong problem‑solving skills using 8D, DMAIC, or similar methodologies.
Key Competencies
- Technical design expertise
- Strong attention to detail
- Cross‑functional communication
- Project management & organization
- Root-cause analysis & troubleshooting
- Ability to work independently and in team settings
- Continuous improvement mindset
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Who's Hiring
- Deloitte3
- KBR2
- Stantec2
- Bitarchitects2B
- Technology Service Corporation2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Accounting & Auditing3
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Investment & Asset Management3
- Aerospace & Defense2
What District of Columbia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software design engineer jobs across District of Columbia.
- Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science
- Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded or systems-level development
- Experience with hardware description languages such as VHDL or Verilog for FPGA roles
- Familiarity with real-time operating systems and low-level firmware development
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, datasheets, and hardware interface specifications
- Experience using version control systems and design documentation tools such as Git and Confluence
Software Design Engineer Jobs in District of Columbia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many software design engineer jobs are there in District of Columbia?
There are 34+ software design engineer openings in District of Columbia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Washington and Naval Research Laboratory. New positions post regularly as employers across District of Columbia hire.
How much do software design engineers make in District of Columbia?
Software design engineers in District of Columbia earn a median of about $136,880 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,140 for the lowest 10% to over $197,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which District of Columbia cities have the most software design engineer jobs?
Washington and Naval Research Laboratory have the most software design engineer openings in District of Columbia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire software design engineers in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia software design engineer roles are posted by Deloitte, KBR, and Stantec and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote software design engineer jobs in District of Columbia?
Yes. About 44% of software design engineer openings tied to District of Columbia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in District of Columbia metros.
How do I apply for software design engineer jobs in District of Columbia?
You can apply to software design engineer jobs in District of Columbia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred District of Columbia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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