Designer - Skids

The Designer 2-Skids takes ownership of the detailed drafting and design of skidded equipment assemblies, including frames, piping, instrumentation, and system integration. This role requires advanced technical knowledge of fabrication methods, safety standards, and complex assembly coordination to produce comprehensive and manufacturable designs.

Strong organizational and project management skills are essential to independently oversee multiple skid projects of moderate to high complexity, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance throughout the design process. The Designer 2 develops a solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation interfaces to optimize skid functionality and ease of fabrication.

Collaboration with senior design and engineering staff is critical on large-scale or highly complex projects, where the Designer 2 contributes detailed design execution and problem-solving expertise. Additionally, this role supports and mentor's junior designers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team. Clear communication with project management, fabrication teams, and clients ensures design clarity and alignment across all project phases.

CSI provides state-of-the‑art stainless steel process equipment and service to the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries. We are a growing company with a passion for providing superior customer service. Our work environment is rooted in respect, teamwork, continual learning, growth and community.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource which is why we are committed to investing in our team. We offer a wide range of benefits including health and wellness, paid time off, retirement planning and continuing education support. We also enjoy hosting company luncheons, casual Fridays, a wellness program and providing opportunities for volunteering in local community charitable events!

• Lead the creation and revision of detailed 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings for skidded equipment assemblies, including frames, piping, instrumentation, and integrated systems.
• Ensure designs comply with fabrication standards, safety codes, regulatory requirements, and company guidelines.
• Apply advanced technical knowledge to coordinate mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation interfaces within skid assemblies.
• Optimize designs for manufacturability, functionality, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain organized documentation, drawing packages, and revision control to ensure clarity and traceability.

• Independently manage multiple skid design projects of moderate to high complexity from concept to release.
• Plan and prioritize tasks effectively to meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Identify and elevate potential design or fabrication risks early to project managers.
• Collaborate with engineering and fabrication teams to resolve design challenges and ensure manufacturability.
• Support the development of skid‑specific design standards, workflows, and best practices.

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, manufacturing, and clients to confirm requirements, resolve design challenges, and maintain alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Present design progress and technical details confidently to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support senior designers in client‑facing discussions by preparing drawings, models, or supporting documentation.
• Facilitate smooth handoff of design packages to fabrication, ensuring complete, accurate, and manufacturable deliverables.

• Provide design support to other product teams during peak workloads or when specialized skid expertise is needed.
• Engage in cross‑training to develop a working understanding of other product lines, including panels and process piping.
• Collaborate with and follow the direction of senior designers or team leads in other groups to align with shared standards and requirements.
• Contribute effectively to cross‑team projects by applying skid design expertise while expanding…