Wunderlich-Malec Engineering is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. We have a Junior Mechanical Drafter/Designer position available in our Oakdale, MN office. This person will be focusing on the layout, modeling, and implementation of mechanical systems for industrial projects.
Requirements
- Assist in the layout/design, 3D modeling, and development of mechanical systems for projects spanning multiple domains, such as industrial automation, process plants, and energy systems.
- Support project planning, scheduling, and risk assessments
- Create and maintain 3D models, general arrangement drawings, P&IDs, piping isometrics, and construction documents using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit, Solidworks or Inventor)
- Coordinate designs with other disciplines (e.g., architectural, electrical, structural, controls) and stakeholders to ensure code-compliant systems
- Conduct field visits for data collection, measurements, and construction observations; size and select mechanical components (e.g., pumps, valves, HVAC units) with guidance
- Support vendor relationships, prepare specifications, and assist in procurement and fabrication processes
- Use feedback from manufacturing, testing, and client reviews to iterate and improve designs; finalize drawings and models for production handover
- Assist in estimating project hours and contribute to cost estimating and budgeting under supervision
- Demonstrate foundational proficiency in specialized areas such as piping design, HVAC systems, process mechanical skids, or plumbing/utilities
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D
- Long Term Disability
- Voluntary Short Term Disability
- Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- 401(k)/Profit Sharing
- 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Will Preparation Resources
- Worldwide Travel Assistance
