# Mechanical Engineer at Shift5

- Company: Shift5
- What the company does: Shift5 is the Operational Intelligence platform for America’s defense and transportation systems, transforming untapped operational technology into actionable insights that enable peak performance and cyber resilience. Backed by Insight.
- Company website: https://www.shift5.io/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Rosslyn, VA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $110K to $150K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-23
- Apply by: 2026-11-07
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/shift5/jobs/6205397004
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/shift5-mechanical-engineer/

## About the role

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)

## What they're looking for

- Experience in mechanical engineering of rugged electrical enclosure design, bracket/installation kit design, or hands-on hardware integration. (3+ years, 7+ years for Senior)
- Proficiency in 3D CAD and PLM tools , including SolidWorks and Siemens NX & Teamcenter, for detailed design, drafting, GD&T, and assembly validation
- Strong engineering fundamentals across first-principles physics, FEA, sheet metal fabrication, and advanced manufacturing methods
- Hands-on-Experience with mechanical prototyping, assembly, integration, and testing
- Comfort operating in fast-paced, regulated environments involving MIL-STD-810 (shock, vibration, environmental) and DO-160 standards
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Tags: Product Development