Industrial​/Mechanical Designer - Plant 3D​/CAD

Job Category: Engineering Production

Requisition Number: INDUS
002652

• Posted :
  October 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Salt Lake City, UT 84115, USA

Our mission at Wes Tech is to help communities thrive by delivering high-quality water solutions with superior service - safely and sustainably. To achieve this mission, we recruit great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams in engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more.

As one of the leading operating brands of Swire Water, our values of integrity, humility, endeavor, excellence and continuity make this an outstanding working environment. Our continuing success creates attractive opportunities for purpose-driven professionals to develop new skills, support vital industries, and grow their careers.

Wes Tech is seeking a Designer to develop detailed 3D models and drawings for water, wastewater, and industrial treatment equipment and systems. This position creates and coordinates treatment plant layouts, process piping, support structures, equipment models, and related design documentation using Plant 3D and other CAD software. The Designer interprets project requirements, incorporates site and constructability constraints, and exercises independent judgment to produce accurate, production-ready designs for systems of medium complexity.

Candidates for this position may be required to pass pre-employment and periodic screenings, including background checks, drug and alcohol tests, or other necessary assessments.

• Develop and maintain 3D models for treatment plants and systems using Plant 3D and other CAD tools.
• Create equipment layouts, piping, structures, section views, isometrics, and detailed drawings.
• Perform interference checks and coordinate 3D content with designers and project team members.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, sketches, and site information to produce accurate designs.
• Incorporate constructability, access, maintenance clearances, materials, and project requirements into designs.
• Prepare and modify designs for systems of medium complexity using independent judgment.
• Review drawings and models for accuracy, fit, and completeness.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers, mentor drafters, and support projects within budget and schedule expectations.

• High school diploma with generally 4 years of related experience; associate degree in Engineering Design with generally 2 years; or bachelor degree in Design Engineering with generally no experience.
• Experience using CAD software such as Inventor, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Solid Works, or similar applications.
• Solid understanding of drafting techniques, engineering drawings, design concepts, and technical specifications.
• Ability to create accurate 3D models, layouts, and detailed drawings from drawings, sketches, field information, and verbal instructions.
• Working knowledge of basic trigonometry, geometry, dimensional calculations, and scale.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage changing project priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across project teams.

• Bachelor degree in Product Design and Development, Design Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• Six or more years of related design experience.
• Experience with Plant 3D, complex CAD models, and CAD library management.
• Structural detailing, GD&T, and steel fabrication knowledge.
• Experience teaching or mentoring others.

• Ability to work…