2D Mechanical Drafter and Engineer for Custom Equipment

Software Placement Group; Town of Richfield (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full corporate benefits package

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a 2D Mechanical Drafter/Engineer in Wisconsin for a direct-hire role with a path toward Lead Engineer. The position focuses on designing custom industrial thermal and environmental systems in a clean, modern facility, collaborating closely with shop floor fabricators to ensure feasibility and quality.

You will draft with 2D AutoCAD, produce BOMs and fabrication layouts, and coordinate with welders and machinists to verify tolerances and performance while

Qualifications

• BSME or related four-year engineering degree required.
• 3+ years of drafting experience in a manufacturing plant using 2D AutoCAD.
• Experience with heavy industrial equipment, ductwork, piping, or heat transfer is preferred.
• Ability to work directly with shop floor staff and meet tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Draft and design industrial thermal systems and environmental equipment using 2D AutoCAD for custom orders.
• Produce fabrication layouts, structural schematics, and BOMs.
• Coordinate with shop floor supervisors, welders, and machinists to align designs with capabilities.
• Create auxiliary 3D CAD models when needed to support reviews and spatial constraints.
• Maintain and update drawing archives to improve yield and reduce cycle times.

Skills

2D AutoCAD drafting

Mechanical design

Shop-floor collaboration

Self-directed work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related four-year engineering discipline

Tools

SolidWorks or Inventor

Job description

Software Placement Group is seeking a 2D Mechanical Drafter/Engineer in Wisconsin for a direct-hire role with a path toward Lead Engineer. The position focuses on designing custom industrial thermal and environmental systems in a clean, modern facility, collaborating closely with shop floor fabricators to ensure feasibility and quality.

You will draft with 2D AutoCAD, produce BOMs and fabrication layouts, and coordinate with welders and machinists to verify tolerances and performance while