CAD Designer

Purpose

The CAD Designer 1 role creates accurate erection drawings that visually represent EFCO forming systems for use in sales, manufacturing, and field operations. This role also supports project objectives while growing technical expertise in drafting, EFCO equipment, and engineering principles.

• Create basic erection drawings for standard and custom projects under supervision.
• Ensure clarity and accuracy by following EFCO procedures, collaborating with engineers, and validating all design details.

• Assist with equipment list setup and adjustments for assigned jobs.
• Support alignment with project specs and priorities across districts through strong organizational awareness.

• Participate in training programs and mentorship to improve product knowledge and CAD skills.
• Use creativity to solve design challenges and support ongoing innovation initiatives.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required. Drafting coursework preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Construction or engineering experience preferred.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in basic CAD software required.
• Other Requirements:
  • Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills required.
  • Strong organizational and problem‑solving ability.

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiently uses job‑specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Creativity:
  Generates innovative ideas and solutions to improve outcomes or processes.
• Organizational Awareness:
  Understands the company’s structure, priorities, and how decisions impact the broader business.
• Professionalism:
  Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.
• Direction, Planning, Organization:
  Sets clear objectives, aligns efforts, and manages time and resources to achieve results.

This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Moines, IA headquarters.

• Balancing – maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.:
  Constantly
• Repetitive Motions – Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers:
  Occasionally
• Stooping – Bending at the waist:
  Occasionally
• Sitting/Standing – Must be able to sit or stand as required for extended periods of time:
  Frequently
• Lifting motions or lifting objects up to 20 lbs:
  Occasionally
• Walking:
  Frequently
• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles:
  Occasionally
• Hearing:
  Frequently
• Talking:
  Frequently
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time:
  Frequently
• Ability to read complex documents in English:
  Frequently
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions:
  Frequently
• Ability to write complex documents in English:
  Frequently
• Capacity to express thoughts orally:
  Frequently
• Expertise in:
  • Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or designated worksite.
  • Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises, etc.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k options
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
  
  Employee Assistance Program

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.