Company Overview
Headquartered in Aurora, Illinois, McNish LLC is a leading manufacturer of primary and secondary process equipment for the municipal wastewater treatment industry. The business operates three distinct divisions, collectively representing some of the longest-tenured brands in the country with significant market share across core product lines. McNish has a strong track record of profitable growth and is well-positioned to support the nation's increasing investment in wastewater and water infrastructure.
Job Summary
Walker Process Equipment (WPE) is seeking a mid-level full-time Design Engineer/Drafter to support the Engineering team through the creation of layout, approval, and fabrication drawings for heavy mechanical and structural equipment. The ideal candidate will be technically oriented, detail-focused, and capable of working independently with moderate supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare layout, approval, and fabrication drawings using appropriate drafting standards and symbols
- Create and maintain bills of material
- Independently produce drawings using reference materials and moderate supervision
- Occasionally provide guidance and instruction to lower-level drafters
- Read and interpret construction and fabrication drawings accurately
- Manage multiple assignments and priorities effectively
Qualifications
- Minimum of four (4) years of drafting experience
- Experience with heavy mechanical and structural equipment manufacturing preferred
- Strong technical aptitude and attention to detail
- Ability to fully understand construction and fabrication drawings
- Experience with 2D CAD software; MicroStation preferred
- 4–8 years of 3D parametric modeling experience; SolidWorks preferred
- Microsoft Dynamics GP experience is a plus
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills
- Demonstrated solid work ethic and reliability
Compensation
This exempt position offers an annual salary range of $68,900 to $94,400, depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Equal Opportunity Employer
WPE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
