Designer 2 - Skids

Pay

$28 - $35 per hour, based on experience.

About the role

The Designer 2 – Panels is responsible for the detailed design, drafting, and documentation of skidded assemblies, including frames, piping, instrumentation, and system integration used in food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and personal care processing systems. This role requires advanced technical knowledge of fabrication methods, safety standards, and complex assembly coordination to produce comprehensive and manufacturable designs. 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 mentors 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Design, Drafting & Design, or Engineering Technology, preferred.
• Experience with Inventor - 4 years minimum, no older than 5 releases from current release, required.
• Experience with Autodesk Vault Professional - 2 year’s minimum, no older than 4 releases from current release, required.
• Prior mechanical design experience, required.
• Sufficient custom design knowledge of sanitary process components, required.
• Prior experience with BOM creation, revision control, required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, required.
• AutoCAD (2-D and 3-D) - 2 years minimum, no older than 4 releases from current release, recommended.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience

Skills

• Advanced technical knowledge of fabrication methods, safety standards, and complex assembly coordination.
• Collaboration with senior design and engineering staff.
• Clear communication with project management, fabrication teams, and clients.
• Experience with Inventor and Autodesk Vault Professional.
• Custom design knowledge of sanitary process components.
• BOM creation and revision control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products.
• AutoCAD (2-D and 3-D).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $28-$35 per hour.
• Opportunity to work on specialized stainless-steel process systems across multiple industries.
• Hands-on role with direct impact on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Career growth opportunities within installation, operations, and leadership teams.
• Company culture centered on taking care of employees and customers.
• Benefits & Perks

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• This role is primarily office-based, Monday-Friday, with limited travel.
• It requires extended computer use, effective communication, and occasional movement within industrial environments.
• Light physical activity, including standing, bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds, may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSS is committed to equal opportunity employment. We select candidates based on their ability to perform the work in a competent and professional manner and do not discriminate based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. CSS participates in E-Verify.