CAD Designer

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Wes Tech’s mission is to help communities thrive by delivering high-quality water solutions with superior service – safely and sustainably. We recruit great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams across engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more.

Our values of integrity, humility, endeavor, excellence, and continuity make this an outstanding working environment. Wes Tech is a leading operating brand of Swire Water, creating attractive opportunities for purpose‑driven professionals.

Wes Tech is seeking a CAD Designer to participate in automated drafting activities for laying out and preparing structural, mechanical, and engineering drawings for new or existing water, wastewater, and industrial equipment and systems.

• Draw structural, mechanical and engineering details of equipment, structures, and more using Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault Professional.
• Utilize engineering handbooks, design manuals, other sources such as part catalogs to find additional data.
• Work as a member of a design team.
• Interpret contract drawings & specifications to produce accurate drawings.
• Maintain sets of drawings and drawing changes.
• Prepare a variety of detail drawings that are clear & complete the first time.
• Create detail drawings from sketches or layouts.
• Adjust design to meet required specifications.
• Work from verbal instructions and sketches.
• Be aware of budget and schedule constraints, completing assignment on time.
• Visually compare design of components or equipment with drawing of parts to ensure fit.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

• Associate’s degree in Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or other 3D CAD software.
• Knowledge of design concepts, planning, modeling techniques, standard plans and specifications, and engineering and drafting practices.
• Ability to prepare layouts and drawings neatly, accurately, and legibly.
• Ability to make accurate drawings to scale from field notes, design drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to the work.
• Ability to maintain records and drawings relative to the work.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Six or more years of related experience.
• Complex CAD model management.
• CAD library management.
• Ability to teach and mentor others.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Inventor, and CREO.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Structural detailing and GDT experience.
• Knowledge of steel fabrication.
• Familiarity with AISC steel manual.
• Familiarity with detailing of piping, fittings, valves, instruments.
• Knowledge and use of iLogic and other automation features of Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience with Autodesk Vault.

• Must be able to work at a desk computer/phone system.
• May lift up to 50 lbs when in the warehouse area(s).
• May be required to be clean‑shaven for respiratory equipment.
• When at job sites: may involve bending/stooping/walking on ladders, walkways, catwalks (possible heights).
• May be exposed to elements: cold, heat, wet, and/or dark; may need safety harness.
• In fabrication shop, may require handling mechanical parts.

• Competitive salary and performance‑based annual bonuses.
• Dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match of 6%.
• Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote options.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Company HSA contribution, paid parental leave, employee assistance program.
• Company‑paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, long‑term disability.
• PTO plan and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more.

Wes Tech considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Location:

Ames, IA.