The Design Engineer is responsible for the complete mechanical design of custom process systems — from concept through fabrication — with full accountability for design quality, manufacturability, maintainability, and operability. The ideal candidate applies structured design practices, produces fabrication-ready documentation, and actively supports the shop during construction to ensure compliance with drawings and project standards. They bring a strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset, consistently looking for ways to refine design practices, raise quality standards, and increase efficiency. This position reports to the Engineering Manager and operates within a small, collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
- Own system design quality — applying Design-for-X principles to ensure designs are manufacturable, maintainable, and operable
- Produce complete fabrication packages (drawings, BOMs) that fully define construction requirements
- Read and interpret P&IDs to inform and drive mechanical design decisions
- Support shop fabrication as the primary engineering reference; conduct in-process and final inspections to verify compliance with drawings and project standards
- Coordinate with the Project Manager on scheduling and milestones to ensure deadlines are met across concurrent projects
- Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to resolve technical queries and confirm component suitability
- Review equipment literature and installation documentation to understand requirements and guarantee optimal system functionality
- Support aftermarket sales by referencing or generating drawings for spare parts and replacement components
- Maintain organized, revision-controlled drawing packages in accordance with company standards
REQUIRED Qualifications and Skills
- 3–6 years of experience in mechanical design with a strong focus on piping and process equipment
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
- Strong working knowledge of ASME piping standards (B31.3, B31.1) and familiarity with applicable codes including ANSI and OSHA
- Demonstrated ability to produce complete, fabrication-ready drawing packages and BOMs
- Hands-on experience supporting or inspecting shop fabrication against engineering drawings
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word)
PREFERRED Qualifications and Skills
- Experience in process equipment design for chemical, food & beverage, or industrial sectors
- Familiarity with skid and structural steel design
- Working knowledge of ASME Section VIII (pressure vessel design)
- Knowledge of finite element analysis (FEA)
- Familiarity with Design-for-X (DfX) frameworks
- Exposure to non-ASME international standards (DIN or equivalent)
- Familiarity with PDM/PLM systems for drawing revision control and parts management
- Familiarity with FDA, PIP (Process Industry Practices), and API standards as applicable to process equipment design
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
