Top 64 Mechanical designer Jobs in Iowa

Mechanical Designer
Mestek Machinery —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $82,062.44 - $85,966.02 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Engineering Designer
Biosource Recruiting —Waterloo, IA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Manufacturing
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Chimney Systems - 3D CAD Designer/Drafter
The Schebler Company —Bettendorf, IA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Mechanical Engineer
Actalent —Dakota City, IA
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Mechanical Design Engineer / Mechanical Designer
Entegee —Davenport, IA
- $35 - $45 an hour
- Full-time
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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ECAD Layout Designer Technician, Draft/Product Definition (Remote)
Collins Aerospace —Des Moines, IA
- $41,400 - $72,600 a year
- Overtime
- Remote
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
Experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer
J.F. Ahern Co. —Des Moines, IA
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Senior Electrical Engineer 1 - Nuclear
Sargent & Lundy —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $84,762 - $129,498 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Drafter
Titan International, Inc. —Des Moines, IA
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
Student Drafter
WesTech Engineering, LLC —Ames, IA
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Staff Tech, Mechanical Draft/Design Checker (Hybrid)
Collins Aerospace —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $53,100 - $100,900 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
3d
Lead Technician, Electrical/Mechanical Designer (Hybrid)
Collins Aerospace —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $60,000 - $114,000 a year
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
Senior ECAD Layout Design Engineer (Remote)
Collins Aerospace —Des Moines, IA
- $86,800 - $165,200 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 3 years
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
Mechanical Design Engineer
Mestek, Inc —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Day shift
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Product management
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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CAD Drafter
Coilcraft —Hawarden, IA
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Associate's degree
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Mechanical Project Engineer Plumbing
MSA Professional Services, Inc. —Des Moines, IA
- $79,000 - $126,500 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Designer 2
Maintainer Corp of Iowa —Sheldon, IA
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Office
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Tooling/Fixture Designer
E91 —Davenport, IA
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Mentoring
Structural BIM Designer
HDR —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Commercial
CAD Designer 1
EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- Office
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Mechanical Designer

Mestek Machinery -
Cedar Rapids, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$82,062.44 - $85,966.02 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Industrial equipment design
3D modeling software
3D modeling for product design
Design engineering
Industrial equipment
Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description

Mestek Machinery is a recognized leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced metal forming solutions for the HVAC sheet metal ductwork industry. Through our family of brands, including Engel Industries, Iowa Precision, and Roto-Die, we deliver some of the most complete, productive, and innovative fabrication systems in the market today. Backed by decades of industry expertise, our teams develop machinery and solutions that support every facet of HVAC duct manufacturing.

If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, building real-world machinery, and seeing your designs come to life on the shop floor, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact.

Learn more about our machinery and products at: www.mestek.com

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to support new product development, product improvements, and sustaining engineering initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys balancing long-term engineering projects with quick-turn design challenges.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing OEM machinery systems and components, generating CAD models and detailed engineering documentation, supporting sourcing activities, and collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects from concept through production while contributing to the continued innovation of industry-leading equipment.

Core hours would be Monday-Friday 8:00 am -4:30 pm (this time can be flexible) 40-45 hours per week expected. No travel required.

Key Responsibilities

Design mechanical systems and components for OEM machinery and production equipment
Create 3D CAD models, detailed engineering drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation
Develop and troubleshoot hydraulic and electro-hydraulic systems
Perform engineering analyses, including tolerance stack-up evaluations and component life-cycle assessments
Source and qualify mechanical components, suppliers, and vendors working with procurement
Submit RFQs and work directly with suppliers on component selection and procurement
Investigate equipment performance issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective solutions
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, and software engineering teams throughout the product development cycle
Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support and improve engineering standards, processes, and documentation practices
Interpret and work with legacy 2D machine drawings when required

Qualifications & Preferred Experience

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Strong understanding of modern mechanical engineering principles and practices
Experience designing mechanical systems for industrial equipment or machinery
Proficiency with 3D CAD software

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Autodesk Inventor (preferred) or comparable CAD platforms
Familiarity with Product Data Management systems such as Autodesk Vault or SolidWorks PDM
Knowledge of hydraulic systems and electro-hydraulic machine design
Experience working with or around machine shops and manufacturing processes including:
- Welding
- Milling
- Turning
- Sheet metal fabrication
Strong problem-solving and project ownership mindset
Ability to manage both long-term engineering projects and rapid-response design tasks

The ideal candidate is:

Self-motivated and eager to learn
Comfortable taking ownership of projects from concept to completion
Able to balance attention to detail with speed and efficiency
Collaborative and comfortable working in multidisciplinary teams
Passionate about building practical, high-performance machinery

Physical Demands

The individual will regularly be required to stand. The individual will frequently be required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The individual will occasionally be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this role include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those individuals encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position requires the ability to pass a competency test, pre-employment drug test, and background check.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Pay: $82,062.44 - $85,966.02 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

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