Lead Design Engineer - Frederick, MD
Rohde & Schwarz
Design
Maryland, USA
USD 90k-125k / year
Posted on Mar 12, 2026
The candidate for this position will be part of the Design Engineering team. In this role, the successful candidate will create design packages for both standard products and for custom projects. The candidate will also serve as the design engineering point of contact for all air traffic control projects. This position must be 100% in-office in Frederick, MD.
Your tasks
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
The total compensation for this position is $90K-$125K. Total compensation includes base salary, variable pay (when applicable) plus benefits. The range is determined by the position, geographic location and level. Individual pay within the range is determined by several factors including location, education or training, relevant work history, sales incentive structure and job-related skills.
Rohde & Schwarz is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rohde & Schwarz is a global technology company with approximately 14,000 employees and three divisions: Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity. For 90 years, the company has been developing cutting-edge technology, pushing the boundaries of what is technically possible and enabling customers from various sectors such as business, government and public authorities to maintain their technological sovereignty.
Our offer
Your tasks
- Design and draw mechanical components for server rack assemblies using Siemens NX
- Create and release assembly BOMs using R&S PDM software
- Produce drawings for both internal and external manufacturing
- Produce assembly drawings, and electrical diagrams for production floor
- Interpret and present designs using neat, accurate, and well-planned engineering drawing methods
- Serve as peer reviewer and technical expert for all drawings produced by team
- Maintain and enforce design and drafting standards across the Design Engineering team
- Work closely with systems engineering, planning, and technicians to optimize designs for production
- Work independently on multiple projects concurrently
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Minimum 8 years of professional engineering experience
- 3+ years of experience working with government regulations (FAA, MIL, IEC, etc.)
- Knowledge of industry drafting standards (ASME)
- Experience reviewing and implementing GD&T
- Experience working within a PDM/PLM system
- 3D parametric modeling experience, preferably Siemens NX, others acceptable
- Working knowledge of MS Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
- Ability to understand other engineering disciplines’ needs and translate to mechanical requirements
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Preferred but not required – Knowledge of SAP
- Preferred but not required – Experience using Microsoft Visio
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%
- In order to be considered, candidates must be a US citizen capable of receiving a US Government security clearance
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
The total compensation for this position is $90K-$125K. Total compensation includes base salary, variable pay (when applicable) plus benefits. The range is determined by the position, geographic location and level. Individual pay within the range is determined by several factors including location, education or training, relevant work history, sales incentive structure and job-related skills.
Rohde & Schwarz is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rohde & Schwarz is a global technology company with approximately 14,000 employees and three divisions: Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity. For 90 years, the company has been developing cutting-edge technology, pushing the boundaries of what is technically possible and enabling customers from various sectors such as business, government and public authorities to maintain their technological sovereignty.
Our offer
- Flexible working hour models
- Training & continuing education
- Privately owned company
- Promoting innovation
- Long-term & attractive work environment