NewEngineer, Electrical Constellation EnergyEngineer, ElectricalAberdeen, MD$87,000–$154,000Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
NewEngineer Constellation EnergyEngineerLexington Park, MD$87,000–$154,000Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
NewElectrical Engineer Constellation EnergyElectrical EngineerCalifornia, MD$122,400–$154,000Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
NewGeneral Engineer ExelonGeneral EngineerAberdeen, MD$92,000–$126,500Develops studies, plans, criteria, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, performance assessments, integrated systems analysis, cost estimates, budgets, associated with the planning, design, licensing, construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of Exelon's electric generation, transmission, distribution, gas and telecommunication facilities/systems. (4) Career related experiences is defined as changes in technical job responsibilities and does not have to include a change in department Note: Items (1) and (3) are mutually inclusive, whereby the maximum experience requirement reduction is one(1) year (e.g., in the case of an employee with both a master's degree in Engineering AND a PE license, the minimum experience requirement would be reduced by one (1) year).
Waveform Engineer DCS CorporationWaveform EngineerPatuxent River, MD$90,220–$140,000 / yearA Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline plus 8 years of experience is required. https://careers.dcscorp.com/pages?page=dcsbenefits .
Model-Based Systems Engineer LeidosModel-Based Systems EngineerRockville, MD$69,550–$125,725Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 2+ years of prior relevant experience or a master’s degree with at least a year experience in one of these areas: systems engineering, software engineering, test engineering or related field. March 30, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Endpoint Engineer LeidosEndpoint EngineerBowie, MD$87,100–$157,450Ensure proper OS images are deployed to all endpoint devises, test and manage software updates, ensure appropriate and enforce security policies (EDR/AV), and automate workflows to ensure stable, compliant, and efficient computing environments for endpoint migrations. The Defense Enclave Services contract will unify the DoD Fourth Estate Defense Agencies and Field Activities’ (DAFAs) common use information technology systems, personnel, functions, and program elements under the direction of DISA’s Fourth Estate Network Optimization program office.
Senior Systems Engineer LeidosSenior Systems EngineerLaurel, MD$131,300–$237,350This may include decomposing features into workable stories, prioritizing or reprioritizing items in the backlog for upcoming sprints, refining acceptance criteria and complexity estimates or removing tickets that are no longer relevant. Leidos has an exciting opening for you, as our next TS/SCI cleared Senior Systems Engineer, to play a critical role with design, engineering, development and deployment of software supporting the DIA-NMEC (National Media Exploitation Center) DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP).
Data Storage Engineer LeidosData Storage EngineerPoolesville, MD$107,900–$195,050If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com. Extensive experience administering enterprise-level data storage systems (Dell Storage Center, Dell Compellent, and Data Domain preferred) with a demonstrated understanding of the following services and technologies.
Systems Engineer LeidosSystems EngineerFrederick, MD$131,300–$237,350This may include decomposing features into workable stories, prioritizing or reprioritizing items in the backlog for upcoming sprints, refining acceptance criteria and complexity estimates or removing tickets that are no longer relevant. Leidos has an exciting opening for you, as our next TS/SCI cleared Systems Engineer, to play a critical role with design, engineering, development and deployment of software supporting the DIA-NMEC (National Media Exploitation Center) DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP).
Senior Network Engineer LeidosSenior Network EngineerAccokeek, MD$107,900–$195,050The Senior Systems Engineer will provide technical leadership and support in the areas of IT planning, solution specification/design, implementation and target architecture development for the AFNCR Consolidated Communication Center (CCC). If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
Lead Systems Integration Engineer LeidosLead Systems Integration EngineerGlenwood, MD$87,100–$157,450TFDM program is a Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) NextGen program based on airport surface management provides that efficiencies for both the airport surface and terminal airspace by providing a new and comprehensive integrated surface traffic control and management system. June 3, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Active Directory Architect / Engineer LeidosActive Directory Architect / EngineerSilver Spring, MD$131,300–$237,350Design, deploy, upgrade, and administer Active Directory Domain Services, including domain controllers, forests, domains, trusts, and replication topologies (i.e. Manage and optimize Group Policy Objects (GPOs), OU structures, and security baselines; including object management through bulk operations and automation, Troubleshoot and resolve complex AD-related issues, including authentication failures, replication problems, DNS issues, and Kerberos/NTLM problems, Plan and execute Active Directory migrations, consolidations, and upgrades (of both underlying server infrastructure and overall forest/domain functional levels), Develop and maintain disaster recovery, backup, and restore procedures for AD environments (including AD Recycle Bin and authoritative restores), Monitor AD health and performance using tools such as Microsoft System Center, Azure Monitor, or third-party solutions). Deep expertise in designing, deploying, upgrading, and administering Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), including domain controllers, multi-domain/forest architectures, trusts, replication topologies, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), OU design, and security baselines.
Solution Architect / Engineer LeidosSolution Architect / EngineerCheltenham, MD$131,300–$237,350This role combines high level architectural design with deep technical implementation, requiring an individual who can define target-state architectures, build and optimize solutions, and guide modernization across hybrid and multi cloud environments. Proven hands-on experience designing and implementing solutions across hybrid/multi-cloud environments (AWS and Azure strongly preferred), on-premises data centers, virtualization platforms, and containerized workloads (e.g., Kubernetes/Docker).
Systems Integration Engineer LeidosSystems Integration EngineerMount Airy, MD$87,100–$157,450TFDM program is a Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) NextGen program based on airport surface management provides that efficiencies for both the airport surface and terminal airspace by providing a new and comprehensive integrated surface traffic control and management system. June 25, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
M365 Engineer LeidosM365 EngineerBethesda, MD$107,900–$195,050Engineer, administer, and provide lifecycle support for Microsoft 365 (government community cloud (GCC) services including but not limited to: Entra ID (Azure AD), Exchange Online, Intune, Teams, Power Platform, Purview. Leidos Dig Mod Health IT division is seeking a skilled and collaborative M365 Engineer to support the HHS enterprise by managing all aspects of Microsoft 365 Government Community Cloud (GCC) Software as a Service (SAAS) offering.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - MD Johnson Service GroupSenior Mechanical Design Engineer - MDWestminster, MDWork directly with internal and external customers, suppliers, project engineers, design engineers, test engineers, sustainment engineers, Centers of Excellence, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, program management, and other functions to develop systems and products. Work to Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) principles including careful management of Critical to Quality requirements through the design lifecycle, rigorous knowledge building of the design space, understanding of the effects of manufacturing variation, and design for manufacturing and assembly to meet product recurring cost targets.
Mechanical Design Engineer Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLCMechanical Design EngineerLaurel, MDOur team is dedicated to developing, applying, and sustaining deep expertise in low and high speed flight vehicle design, wind tunnel and test article development, and vehicle-level dynamics and thermal analysis. Each of our engineers are expected to be able to take a design through the entire development process including requirements definition, clean-sheet design, CAD renderings, structural analysis, manufacturing supervision, installation, and test.
Mechanical Design Engineer Level 4 Northrop Grumman CorpMechanical Design Engineer Level 4Annapolis, MD$123,400–$185,000 / yearBasic Qualifications for Level 4: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 8 years relevant work experience; or Master's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) 6 years relevant work experience; or PHD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) 3 years relevant work experience. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate''s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
NewMechanical Design Engineer Actalent IncMechanical Design EngineerRockville, MD$58–$80 / hourWe are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Lead Mechanical Design Engineer Actalent IncLead Mechanical Design EngineerRockville, MD$58–$80 / hourWe are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Mechanical Design Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics LaboratoryMechanical Design EngineerLaurel, MarylandFull timeOur team is dedicated to developing, applying, and sustaining deep expertise in low and high speed flight vehicle design, wind tunnel and test article development, and vehicle-level dynamics and thermal analysis. Each of our engineers are expected to be able to take a design through the entire development process including requirements definition, clean-sheet design, CAD renderings, structural analysis, manufacturing supervision, installation, and test.
Mechanical Design Engineer - Reactor Internals (In-Vessel Shielding) X Energy LLCMechanical Design Engineer - Reactor Internals (In-Vessel Shielding)Rockville, MD$115,000–$140,000 / yearDevelop innovative mechanical solutions to refine and deploy concepts, technologies, and designs associated with X-energy developed reactors, including pressure vessels and piping, reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials such as graphite. X-energy is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for the engineering design, analysis, and development of the in-core shielding elements that comprise the Reactor Vessel Internals (RVI) for X-energy''s advanced high-temperature gas-cooled reactor.
Mechanical Design Engineer Tcom, L.P.Mechanical Design EngineerColumbia, MarylandTCOM considers several factors when extending an offer including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate’s experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and current market conditions. This position works independently on moderately complex technical projects while assisting on larger complex projects of a technical nature.
Sr. / Principal Hose Design Engineer Hydrasearch Co LLCSr. / Principal Hose Design EngineerMD$116,000–$156,000 / yearThe Senior Principal Hose Design Engineer will work within a small, highly capable technical team executing rapid development cycles including design, prototype, validation, and transition to production. Internal Capability: Support the development of proprietary Hydrasearch hose constructions and internal testing capabilities to reduce dependency on external design authorities.
Mechanical Systems Design Engineer X Energy LLCMechanical Systems Design EngineerRockville, MD$115,000–$140,000 / yearDevelop innovative mechanical solutions to refine and deploy concepts, technologies, and designs associated with X-energy developed reactors, including pressure vessels and piping, reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials such as graphite. Experience working in hazardous industrial or manufacturing environments with prior training in areas such as: Pressurized or Stored Energy, High/Low Voltage Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Hoist/Rigging Operations, Machining, Hazard Awareness, etc.
Sr. / Principal Hose Design Engineer Hydrasearch Company LLCSr. / Principal Hose Design EngineerStevensville, MD$116,000–$156,000 / yearPart timeThe Senior Principal Hose Design Engineer will work within a small, highly capable technical team executing rapid development cycles including design, prototype, validation, and transition to production. Internal Capability: Support the development of proprietary Hydrasearch hose constructions and internal testing capabilities to reduce dependency on external design authorities.
Team Lead, Custom Design Engineer Excelitas Technologies CorpTeam Lead, Custom Design EngineerGaithersburg, MDExcelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7500 employees focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination optical detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical semiconductor industrial consumer products scientific security defense and aerospace sectors. Monitoring and achieving budget targets including sales margin and EBIT contribution metrics for customized systems in the US.Manages overall team project timelines and resources to achieve delivery date targets.
Senior Composite Design Engineer Axillon Aerospace, Inc.Senior Composite Design EngineerBaltmore, MD$100,000–$150,000Full timeMinimum of ten (10) years of experience as a Design Engineer in a composites focused role; a graduate degree specializing in Materials Engineering or a similar field may be substituted for years of experience. Axillon Aerospace (Baltimore), Inc. is searching for a Senior Composite Design Engineer to join our team, who will be responsible for leading the design and development of various composite products, primarily radomes for airborne applications.
Sr. Principal PWB Design Engineer Northrop Grumman CorpSr. Principal PWB Design EngineerMD$111,700–$185,000 / yearPrincipal Design Engineer: Bachelor's degree in STEM field with 8 years of directly related professional working experience or Master's degree in STEM field with 6 years of directly related professional working experience or 12 years of directly related professional working experience in lieu of degree. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate''s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Principal/Senior Principal Electromechanical Design Engineer Northrop Grumman CorpPrincipal/Senior Principal Electromechanical Design EngineerBaltimore, MD$108,800–$163,200 / yearBasic Qualifications Senior Principal Electromechanical Design Engineer: Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, a master's degree with 6 years of experience or a PhD with 4 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields. Basic Qualifications for Principal Electromechanical Design Engineer: Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, a master's degree with 3 years of experience or a PhD with 1 year of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields.
Sr. / Principal Hose Design Engineer Dixon Valve & Coupling CoSr. / Principal Hose Design EngineerMD$116,000–$156,000 / yearThe Senior Principal Hose Design Engineer will work within a small, highly capable technical team executing rapid development cycles including design, prototype, validation, and transition to production. Internal Capability: Support the development of proprietary Hydrasearch hose constructions and internal testing capabilities to reduce dependency on external design authorities.
NewDesign Engineer Hydrasearch Co LLCDesign EngineerStevensville, MD$70,000–$110,000 / yearYou will bridge the gap between mechanical design and process engineering-translating high-level requirements into manufacturable solutions, defining production methods (routers and BOMs), and supporting the hands-on assembly of maritime hardware. Engineering Change Management: Execute ECR/ECO processes to support product improvements and ensure all technical data remains current and accurate.
Civil Design Engineer Kleinfelder, Inc.Civil Design EngineerHunt Valley, MDFull timeKleinfelder is seeking talented Civil Engineers/Designers to work on challenging and exciting site-civil design land development projects (both public and private) in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Design all aspects of engineering projects to include layout, grading, earthwork, storm drain, septic, sanitary sewer, water, storm water management, and erosion/sediment control .
Concept Design Engineer Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLCConcept Design EngineerLaurel, MDHave a background in researching and developing vehicle designs for multiple applications, including missiles, hypersonics, autonomous aerial vehicles, autonomous underwater vehicles, and submersibles. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.
Integration Design Engineer - Frederick, MD Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co KGIntegration Design Engineer - Frederick, MDFrederick, MD$66,000–$95,000 / yearRohde & Schwarz is a global technology company with approximately 14,000 employees and three divisions: Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity. 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.
Sr. Principal Design Engineer Northrop Grumman CorpSr. Principal Design EngineerMD$111,700–$185,000 / yearPrincipal Design Engineer uses their expert knowledge in Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) fabrication to generate and maintain design rules, perform design for manufacturing checks, generate PCB notes for fabrication. Principal Design Engineer: Bachelor's degree in STEM field with 8 years of experience, or Master's degree in STEM field with 6 years of experience OR in lieu of the degree an additional 4 years of relevant work experience.
Design Engineer 4 - Annapolis Junction, MD M.C. Dean IncDesign Engineer 4 - Annapolis Junction, MDMD$125,120–$187,680 / yearSeeking a Design Engineer that is able to work with a dynamic team of engineers, administrators, and technicians responsible for design, implementation, operations & maintenance, and cybersecurity for large complex electronic security systems and physical security systems. Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a technical/engineering related discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or similar with 7+ years of experience in engineering or.
Design Engineer 3 - Annapolis Junction, MD M.C. Dean IncDesign Engineer 3 - Annapolis Junction, MDMD$104,240–$156,360 / yearEducation/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a technical/engineering related discipline, such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or similar with 5+ years of experience in engineering or 3+ years of experience with a Masters Degree in Engineering; Preferred experience in ESS design build. Seeking a Design Engineer that is able to work with a dynamic team of engineers, administrators, and technicians responsible for design, implementation, operations & maintenance, and cybersecurity for large complex electronic security systems and physical security systems.
Senior Transit Facility Design Engineer Whitman, Requardt and Associates LLPSenior Transit Facility Design EngineerBaltimore, MD$100,000–$180,000 / yearDemonstrated leadership in leading large-scale projects as well as project development ranging from planning, alternatives analysis, environmental process, permitting, final design, construction, safety certification and commissioning facilities. We are looking for a detail-oriented person to review client operations and recommend vehicle maintenance equipment and equipment layouts to maximize operational processes for bus and rail operations.
Senior Systems Design Engineer / Analyst Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLCSenior Systems Design Engineer / AnalystLaurel, MDShape weapon‑system architectures - Using digital‑engineering tools (Cameo/MagicDraw, physics‑based models, logistics and simulation) you will evaluate current and future weapon concepts, assess performance, and construct resilient, modular designs that meet stringent deterrence requirements. Significant Multi‑disciplinary design depth - A proven record of leading design efforts that span at least three distinct "hard‑science" engineering domains (e.g., mechanical, electrical/electronic, aerospace, nuclear, materials, chemical, petroleum, civil, etc.).
Design Engineer Polymer Concepts TechnologiesDesign EngineerHanover, MarylandIdeal candidate will have seal design experience commensurate with role as described below; a high degree of computer literacy; a solid understanding of business, cost elements, selling and manufacturing processes; and an advanced level of mechanical aptitude and comprehension. Gathers, correlates, analyzes basic engineering data, engineering specifications, provides new designs or proposals involving simpler applications.
Lead Design Engineer ST Engineering North AmericaLead Design EngineerBaltimore, MD$92,000–$138,100 / yearA pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.
Staff Electromechanical Design Engineer Northrop Grumman CorpStaff Electromechanical Design EngineerBaltimore, MD$169,000–$253,600 / yearWe strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world. What You'll Get to Do: Design, prototyping and production support of state-of-the-art RF, digital, and mixed signal multi-chip modules (MCMs), Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs), and Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) using various substrate materials and chip-scale packaging technologies.
Tooling Design Engineer ST Engineering North AmericaTooling Design EngineerBaltimore, MD$64,400–$95,900 / yearA pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. In this role you will work with project focused manufacturing engineers, quality, operations, and suppliers to develop, define, and fabricate the tooling required to build, assemble, transport, and inspect the structures being manufactured at ST Engineering MRAS.
Sr. Instrumentation & Controls Design Engineer CRB Group, Inc.Sr. Instrumentation & Controls Design EngineerRockville, MDThe ability to evaluate and consult the following 4.0 technologies (Digital Technology & Innovation in alignment with Pharma) within the pharmaceutical industry is preferred: Advanced Robotics Application (Including AMRs and AGVs) in manufacturing, warehouses and labs. As an AEC Firm we proudly specialize in industries that inherently carry important social responsibility - we recognize our impact and influence in the communities we serve and pursue corporate responsibility through the lens of people, community, and planet.
Engineer I - Highway Design Baltimore County MarylandEngineer I - Highway DesignTowson, MD$53,189–$60,729 / yearAssists in the feasibility assessment, design, technical review and project management of capital geometric highways design, potable water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, flooding and green infastructure engineering projects, including the drafting of plans, determination of right-of-way requirements, writing of special provisions, preparation of construction estimates, review of consultant design plans, and grading plans. Under close supervision, performs routine professional engineering under the guidance of a licensed engineer, work including, but not limited to the following: Improves the engineered infrastructure for Baltimore County working with teams of engineers in Highways Design.
Test Hardware Design Engineer X Energy LLCTest Hardware Design EngineerRockville, MD$95,000–$120,000 / yearThis role is responsible for the engineering design, integration, and commissioning of specialized testbeds, test setups, tooling, and handling equipment used for testing prototype designs to reduce risk and advance technology readiness level (TRL). Develop innovative mechanical solutions to refine and deploy concepts, technologies, and designs associated with X-energy developed reactors, including pressure vessels and piping, reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials such as graphite.
Senior Piping and Valve Design Engineer X Energy LLCSenior Piping and Valve Design EngineerRockville, MD$143,775–$239,625 / yearDevelop innovative mechanical solutions to refine and deploy concepts, technologies, and designs associated with X-energy developed reactors, including pressure vessels and piping, reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials such as graphite. • A master's degree in engineering or related field (may include a combination of experience obtained through an academic institution, e.g., design projects, research, or design teams, as well as professional experience) may be in lieu of two years of experience.