Designer 2 - Skids

Central States Industrial (CSI); Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement planning

Tuition reimbursement

Internal career advancement

Company lunches & team events

Community volunteer opportunities

Job summary

CSI provides state-of-the-art stainless-steel process equipment for food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal-care industries. The Designer 2 – Panels develops detailed designs and documentation for skidded assemblies, guiding frames, piping, instrumentation, and system integration.

You will mentor junior designers, collaborate with project management, fabrication teams, and clients, and ensure designs meet safety, regulatory, and manufacturability goals.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in 3D modeling and 2D fabrication drawings for skidded equipment.
• Experience coordinating mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation interfaces.
• Familiarity with sanitary process components and BOM creation.
• Strong communication with project management, fabrication teams, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation and revision of detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for skidded equipment.
• Ensure designs comply with fabrication standards, safety codes, and regulations.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation interfaces within skid assemblies.
• Optimize designs for manufacturability, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain documentation, drawing packages, and revision control.

Skills

Mentoring juniors

Design coordination

Regulatory compliance

Manufacturability optimization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Design, Drafting & Design, or Engineering Technology

Tools

Inventor

Autodesk Vault

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

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

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.

About CSI

CSI provides state‑of‑the‑art stainless‑steel process equipment and service for manufacturers in the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal‑care industries. We are a growing company built on teamwork, continuous learning, and exceptional customer service. Our employees are our greatest resource, and we invest in their development through training, collaboration, and opportunities to grow.

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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.

Education / Experience

• 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 years 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

Why CSI

• 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

CSI offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Retirement planning options
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Opportunities for internal career advancement
• Company lunches, team events, and community volunteer opportunities

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

CSI 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. CSI participates in E‑Verify.