2D Mechanical Drafter​/Engineer – Custom Industrial Equipment

2D Mechanical Drafter / Engineer - Custom Industrial Equipment

$55,000 - $75,000 Base Salary Washington County / Greater Milwaukee Area Direct-Hire

• Pay &
  
  Incentives:
  
  $55,000 - $75,000 base salary + full corporate benefits package; join a premier manufacturer with a legendary 40-year history of zero layoffs and a clear succession path to Lead Engineer.
• Work Pattern/
  
  Schedule:
  
  Standard daytime hours, 100% onsite in a clean, modern facility with a low-stress, drama-free culture.
• Environment & Company Profile:
  Financially rock-solid manufacturer of sustainable industrial thermal and environmental systems featuring direct collaboration with shop floor fabricators and a 40-year stability track record.
• Core Functional Scope:
  Advanced 2D AutoCAD drafting for structural layouts, custom industrial equipment, thermal systems, ductwork, piping, and detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Strict Requirements & Authorization:
  Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME), 3+ years of 2D AutoCAD manufacturing experience, US work authorization, and a 45-minute daily commute to Washington County, WI.

If you thrive on the precision of 2D drafting and want to step into a secure, low-stress engineering environment, this direct-hire seat provides an exceptional career home. The employer is a financially rock-solid, premier manufacturer of sustainable industrial thermal and environmental systems that help global clients lower energy costs and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a 40-year history of zero layoffs, they offer a stable, family-friendly, and drama-free workplace focused on practical craftsmanship and long-term retention.

You will work in a clean, modern facility alongside a tight-knit team where technical autonomy is respected. Instead of endless corporate meetings and red tape, you will have genuine ownership over custom manufacturing orders - collaborating directly with shop floor fabricators and welders to see your drawings built into physical steel. Supported by an organic succession plan, this position provides a clear, transparent path toward a Lead Engineering role as the company continues to expand.

• Design Custom Industrial Equipment:
  Draft and design specialized industrial thermal systems and environmental control equipment using 2D AutoCAD for custom client orders.
• Generate Fabrication Packages:
  Produce comprehensive fabrication layouts, structural assembly schematics, and precise Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Partner with Shop Fabricators:
  Collaborate directly with shop floor supervisors, welders, and machinists to verify that design specifications align with internal plant capabilities.
• Develop Supporting 3D Renderings:
  Build auxiliary 3D AutoCAD models or geometric renderings as needed to support customer design reviews and project spatial constraints.
• Manage Project Life cycles:
  Own diverse design scopes across core product lines, ensuring all structural, thermal, and mechanical performance requirements are satisfied.
• Refine Legacy Designs:
  Review and update historical drawing archives to improve material yield, enhance field service access, and shorten manufacturing cycle times.

• Education Foundation:
  Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related four-year engineering discipline.
• 2D AutoCAD Expertise: 3+ years of fast, accurate, and self-directed drafting experience utilizing 2D AutoCAD inside an active manufacturing plant.
• Mechanical Systems Exposure:
  Practical design background involving heavy industrial equipment, sheet metal fabrication, ductwork, piping networks, heat transfer, or fluid dynamics.
• Design-for-Manufacturability Mindset:
  Practical engineering approach that considers welder access, shop tolerances, and real-world assembly efficiency.
• Proven Professional Stability:
  Reliable work history demonstrating career longevity, quality craftsmanship, and dependable performance.
• Local Commute Access:
  Established residency within a comfortable 45-minute daily driving radius of Washington County / Greater Milwaukee.

• Thermal / HVAC
  
  Experience:
  
  Specific exposure to industrial burners, heat exchangers, air handling systems, or thermal processing equipment.
• Pressure Vessel / Ductwork Code:
  Familiarity with structural steel framing norms, SMACNA duct standards, or industrial pressure piping layouts.
• 3D Solid Works Proficiency:
  Secondary experience in 3D CAD platforms (Solid…