Mechanical Designer II

About the role

This is a mid-level, hands-on design role where you'll translate project requirements into mechanical designs, validate accuracy, support manufacturing, and be accountable for the quality and usability of your drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design & Layout Development
• Review new orders and compare specifications to proposals
• Develop arrangement and layout drawings for customer approval
• Perform detailed design checks for accuracy, completeness, and manufacturability
• Technical Coordination
• Select components from manufacturer catalogs and generate purchase requisitions
• Interface with customers to resolve design questions and obtain approvals
• Prepare detailed drawings to support project execution
• Review drawings prepared by junior designers for accuracy and completeness
• Ensure all documentation aligns with engineering and quality standards
• Manufacturing & Field Support
• Collaborate with shop personnel to resolve fabrication and assembly challenges
• Support design adjustments based on real-world manufacturing needs
• Visit facilities or job sites to verify dimensions or review installations as needed

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Eligibility to access export-controlled information where applicable
• Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen and randomized drug testing during employment
• Full-time, on-site availability Monday–Friday
• Ability to independently create, review, and revise mechanical and structural drawings
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and customers
• Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities if required

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree in Mechanical Design or Engineering required
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred
• 3–5 years of mechanical design experience in heavy equipment or related industries
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks
• Strong understanding of mechanical and structural design principles
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and technical documentation

Skills & Attributes

• High attention to detail and design accuracy
• Strong problem-solving ability and independent thinking
• Effective communication across engineering, manufacturing, and sales
• Strong ownership mindset and accountability for design output
• Alignment with ACECO values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience, skills, and market data
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available day one
• Generous paid time off with rollover each year
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and continued technical development opportunities
• Design custom, engineered lifting systems—not repetitive catalog work
• Direct collaboration with shop and field teams
• Clear path to Senior Designer or Engineering roles

Pay

Competitive salary up to $80,000+ based on experience, design capability, and market data—top-of-range compensation is reserved for candidates who demonstrate strong, job-relevant experience and independent capability.