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Hayward Tyler

Design Engineer

Colchester, VT

$100K - $140K/yr

Translates contract design specifications and code requirements into the requisite product design of components, subassemblies, and assemblies. * Oversees and performs preparation of manufacturing ...

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Senior Design Engineer

Colchester, VT · On-site

$105 - $145/hr

Translate contract design specifications and code requirements into the requisite product design of components, subassemblies, and assemblies. Assist Lead Unit Design Engineer in providing technical ...

Hayward Tyler

Senior Design Engineer

Colchester, VT

$100K - $160K/yr

... design support as well as appropriate development of employees and management. The OE group is a ... Due to Federal Contract requirements, US Citizenship is required for this position. Principle ...

Protingent

Design Process Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$69 - $115/hr

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Design Process Engineer opportunity. Job Responsibilities: * Help to enforce and maintain common processes and standards for conduct of engineering ...

Buckner International

Contracts Administrator

Dallas, TX · On-site

Requires proficient understanding of contract design, statistical analysis, and policies and procedures development. Requires proficient ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and ...

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How much do contract design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract design in the United States is $70.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68.75 and $72.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Designer, you need a solid background in contract law, drafting, and negotiation, often supported by a degree in law or business and relevant experience. Familiarity with contract management systems, document automation tools, and legal research platforms is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills ensure accurate, compliant, and mutually beneficial agreements that minimize risk and support business objectives.

What is contract design?

Contract design refers to the process of creating and structuring legal agreements that clearly define the rights, responsibilities, and expectations of all parties involved. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contract terms to ensure they are legally sound, fair, and align with business objectives. Contract designers work closely with legal, procurement, and business teams to minimize risk and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

How does a contract designer typically collaborate with clients and other team members throughout a project?

Contract Designers often work closely with clients to understand their vision, goals, and requirements for each project. They also coordinate with internal teams such as project managers, engineers, and other designers to ensure design concepts align with technical feasibility and project milestones. Effective communication and flexibility are key, as Contract Designers may need to adapt their designs based on client feedback and evolving project needs. Regular meetings, design reviews, and collaborative digital tools are commonly used to keep all stakeholders aligned and ensure successful project delivery.

What is the difference between Contract Design vs Graphic Designer?

AspectContract DesignGraphic Designer
CredentialsPortfolio, design skills, sometimes freelance certificationsPortfolio, design skills, often formal education in graphic design
Work EnvironmentFreelance, agency, or client-based projectsIn-house, agency, or freelance settings
Industry UsageCommon in project-based work across various industriesUsed across marketing, advertising, publishing, and digital media

Contract Design professionals focus on project-based, temporary work often as freelancers or consultants, emphasizing flexibility and specific deliverables. Graphic Designers may work in similar environments but often have more ongoing employment or in-house roles, with a broader focus on visual branding and media. Both roles require strong design skills, but Contract Design emphasizes contractual work arrangements and project scope.

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Infographic showing various Contract Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,499 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Design Engineer

Hayward Tyler

Colchester, VT

$100K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Department Focus

The Design Engineering function supports business needs and continuous improvement efforts through appropriate technical product and engineering fundamentals development in employees and management. This position requires a person with a strong technical engineering background a continuous improvement mindset and a high level of organization.

Job Description and Duties:

Principle Duties:

Provides a high level of non-supervisory engineering work on broad project assignments though all phases of new unit design, development, manufacture, test, and commissioning.  Works with Lead Engineers and Project managers to understand and prioritize assigned work. Provides technical expertise and some work direction to colleagues who are working together on assigned project tasks.

Principal duties performed in collaboration with the Lead Design Engineer or Engineering Manager consist of, but are not limited to:

  • Translates contract design specifications and code requirements into the requisite product design of components, subassemblies, and assemblies.
  • Oversees and performs preparation of manufacturing drawings, contractual submittals, calculations and analysis, procedures, test plans, and reports. Many of these activities require close collaboration with other departments.
  • Provides necessary technical support to end users during the installation and commissioning of HTI manufactured equipment, and other areas of customer support, as directed by the Lead Engineer or Engineering Manager.
  • As needed supports application sales and staff engineers in determining the appropriate application of equipment, interpretation of specifications, material recommendations, code compliance, and supplementary data to support sales and warranty activities. This is expected to be an occasional duty.
  • Supports contract manufacturing activities, such as by providing technical guidance to manufacturing that ensures contract design requirements are fulfilled. Supports justification and disposition of discrepancies that arise during manufacturing in compliance with contract requirements. Utilizes HTI’s engineering change process to implement suggested improvements and corrections.
  • Works closely with test personnel to develop test procedures, determine test requirements, interpret test results, and release test reports. Some Design Engineers at HTI are asked to specialize in testing related activities and will be certified as a Test Engineer, with associated duties.
  • Participates in or leads development projects in the expansion and improvement of existing and new products.
  • Suggests and implements improvements to process documentation, training materials, and is involved in the training activities of new and existing engineers. This is a minor but important part of the role.

Performing the duties of this role requires well-developed analytical skills that can be applied to the design and analysis of rotating mechanical equipment. Engineers in this role will be expected to apply engineering fundamentals and use their broad working knowledge of design stress calculations, analyses, manufacturing, and design, to solve varying and complex problems. Some potentially relevant areas of knowledge and experience include structural design and vibration, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, mechanical design and assembly, rotordynamics, root cause analysis, and material selection.

Design engineers are responsible for authoring, checking, and approving, most types of contract documents. These may include design calculations, analysis, drawings, test reports, design code required items, quality program documents, bills of material, and more. The role may require concepting new designs, modifying existing designs, and performing novel calculations to verify both. Some contracts require work that is first-of-its kind for the company, with no prior references.

All Engineers are expected to support continuous improvement of various HTI processes, procedures, calculation templates, and other items. Design Engineers may be asked to lead training of colleagues in their areas of expertise.

Other related duties may be assigned as needed to support the successful completion of contracts, with non-engineering related duties only occasionally.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Due to Federal Contract requirements, US Citizenship is required for this position.
  • BSME and 4-8 years of mechanical engineering design and analysis in the field of mechanical design such as pumps, turbines, or compressors, with preferred experience in industrial rotating machinery, power generation or chemical process industries. 
  • Strong SolidWorks or solid modeling skills in other software.
  • Experience conducting linear stress analysis with manual or finite element analysis techniques.
  • Experience with some FEA analysis types such as static, thermal, frequency, transient, and non-linear.
  • An understanding of rotating equipment design codes, governing regulations, and industry practice, OR the ability to quickly develop such an understanding. 
  • Experience with the ASME Code B&PV code, Section VIII or Section III is preferred.
  • Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings, standards and specifications. Comfortable with GD&T.
  • A comprehensive understanding of mechanical engineering principles associated with the design, analysis and operation of centrifugal pumps is preferred.
  • Expected travel of 10-20% may be required.
  • Proficient in MathCad or other similar programs.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, great at simplifying problems, communicates well with all people.
  • Possess good attention to detail, personal organization, manages time well, and drives tasks through to completion.
  • Self-aware, speaks up, and has a growth mindset.