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Location: Richfield, WI (Washington County / Greater Milwaukee Area) | Schedule: Full-time, 100% onsite | Compensation: $55,000 – $75,000 Base Salary

Overview

A well-established manufacturer of custom industrial thermal and environmental systems is seeking a Mechanical CAD Engineer to join its engineering team. This direct-hire role offers a stable, low-stress environment with a clear path to a Lead Engineer position as the company continues to grow, producing sustainable heat-transfer and environmental control equipment for global clients.

What you'll do

• Draft and design specialized industrial thermal systems and environmental control equipment using 2D AutoCAD for custom client orders
• Produce comprehensive fabrication layouts, structural assembly schematics, and precise Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Collaborate directly with shop floor supervisors, welders, and machinists to verify design specifications align with plant capabilities
• Build auxiliary 3D AutoCAD models or geometric renderings as needed to support customer design reviews and project spatial constraints
• Own diverse design scopes across core product lines, ensuring structural, thermal, and mechanical performance requirements are met
• Review and update historical drawing archives to improve material yield, enhance field service access, and shorten manufacturing cycle times

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related four-year engineering discipline
• 3+ years of fast, accurate, self-directed drafting experience using 2D AutoCAD inside an active manufacturing plant
• Practical design background involving heavy industrial equipment, sheet metal fabrication, ductwork, piping networks, heat transfer, or fluid dynamics
• Design-for-manufacturability mindset considering welder access, shop tolerances, and real-world assembly efficiency
• Reliable work history demonstrating career longevity, quality craftsmanship, and dependable performance
• US Citizen or Green Card holder
• Residency within a 45-minute daily commute of Washington County, WI

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with industrial burners, heat exchangers, air handling systems, or thermal processing equipment, ideally
• Familiarity with structural steel framing norms, SMACNA duct standards, or industrial pressure piping layouts
• Secondary experience in 3D CAD platforms (SolidWorks or Inventor) for complex assembly modeling, a plus

Compensation and benefits

• $55,000 – $75,000 Base Salary
• Full corporate benefits package

Why this role

This position offers a stable, drama-free onsite environment with direct collaboration alongside shop floor welders and fabricators, and a clear succession path to a Lead Engineer role.