Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Chester, VA

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Mechanical Engineer

  • United States Army Installation Management Command
  • Fort Lee, VA (9 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fort Lee, VA (9 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 13 hours ago

Basic Requirement for Mechanical Engineer: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in engineering....

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Mechanical Engineer 2 - Caroline County, VA

  • M.C. Dean, Inc.
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Mechanical Engineering preferred or equivalent engineering degree 2+ years of project-based experience....

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Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

  • HDR
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 9 days ago

In the role of Mechanical Engineer (HVAC), we'll count on you to\: Coordinate the work of the mechanical design team through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project...

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Mechanical Engineer

  • Eaton Corporation
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, Autodesk Vault, or similar programs Experience in Finite Element Analysis focused on stress and thermal properties Experience in design...

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SR. Reliability Engineer

  • AdvanSix
  • Hopewell, VA (13 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hopewell, VA (13 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Basic Qualifications: BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field At least 5 years experience (7-10 preferred) in chemical/petrochemical plant maintenance and/or reliability engineering A working...

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Mechanical Engineer 3 - Nuclear

  • Sargent & Lundy
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago

BS or MS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program A minimum of 3 years of experience Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering...

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Mechanical Engineer Consultant 2 (Power Uprates) - Nuclear

  • Sargent & Lundy
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants. Proficiency with MS Office applications....

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Lead Balance of Plant Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

  • Sargent & Lundy
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago

regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants Previous experience with power uprates and/or turbine related systems is favorable PE license is beneficial, but not...

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Lead Mechanical Engineer Analyst 1 - Nuclear Plant Analysis

  • Sargent & Lundy
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA (22 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants. Proficiency with MS Office applications....

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Mechanical Engineer Intern/Co-op Spring 2026

  • Legence Holdings
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Requirements : Pursuing a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering, preferably a sophomore (2nd year), or junior (3rd year), Strong interest in Building Systems Mechanical Engineering...

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Mechanical Engineer Intern/Co-op Summer 2026

  • Legence Holdings
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Requirements : Pursuing a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering, preferably a sophomore (2nd year), or junior (3rd year), Strong interest in Building Systems Mechanical Engineering...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

  • Sargent & Lundy, L.L.C.
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Description This is a senior level mechanical engineering position that will provide you with a variety of interesting and challenging responsibilities....

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Actalent
  • Colonial Heights, VA (4 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (4 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 24 days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer Job Description We are seeking a Senior Engineer to join our Product Engineering team, responsible for supporting the Parts and Service Organization and the new Sustaining...

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Mechanical Engineer Intern

  • Ashland Global Inc.
  • Hopewell, VA (13 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Hopewell, VA (13 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 27 days ago

Ashland Inc. Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a...

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Maintenance Engineer

  • VCU Health
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (17 miles from Chester, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Advanced Imaging Engineer - Specialist performs a variety of tasks including repair, calibration, inspection, testing, maintenance and troubleshooting of imaging and/or radiation oncology...

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Demographic Data for Chester, VA

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Salary for Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Chester, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Mechanical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Mechanical Engineers in Chester, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.7%
Master's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
5.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
High School or GED
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Mechanical Engineers in Chester, VA
4-6 years
26.4%
2-4 years
25.9%
6-8 years
17.6%
Less than 1 year
10.4%
1-2 years
7.0%
8-10 years
5.9%
None
4.2%
10+ years
2.6%