Designer III

Alto-Shaam, Inc.; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 15%

Low-cost healthcare premiums

11 paid holidays + PTO

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition assistance

Fitness reimbursement

Biannual performance reviews with MERC

Annual lunch with the president

Job summary

Alto-Shaam, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Designer with 5+ years in mechanical design to create and maintain parts and production drawings in SolidWorks for NPD programs and ECOs.

You will translate product requirements into detailed, cost-conscious solutions while ensuring quality and adherence to standards. The role requires collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, leading design reviews, and managing BOMs with high accuracy.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Design or Engineering-related field is a plus
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and drafting
• Proficiency in computer-aided drafting techniques and standard engineering practices
• Proficiency with SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D CAD); PDM experience is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including sheet metal fabrication and injection molding
• Solid engineering judgment and problem-solving capability
• Ability to manage multiple activities and meet target dates
• Effective communication across technical and non-technical teams
• High attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain parts, assemblies, and production drawings in SolidWorks for NPD programs and ECOs
• Translate product requirements into detailed design solutions meeting performance, cost, timing and quality targets
• Execute ECOs with awareness of downstream impacts and ensure engineering standards compliance
• Collaborate as a design team member under guidance from senior engineers
• Prepare top-level CAD models for cross-functional design reviews and virtual builds
• Perform basic design checks like interference and motion studies
• Own drawing quality and adherence to GD&T and standards
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain to support DFM/A and cost optimization
• Maintain and manage BOM structures with high accuracy
• Contribute to design standards, libraries, and best practices+

Skills

Solid understanding of GD&T

Detail-oriented

Engineering judgment

Multi-project coordination

Effective communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Mechanical Design or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Design or Engineering-related field (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

MS Office

Job description

Whether you're just beginning your career or have years of experience—you've come to the right place! Working at Alto-Shaam means you’re a part of a passionate team working together towards one goal.

Since 1955, Alto-Shaam has pioneered industry-leading commercial foodservice equipment that anticipates and responds to our customers' needs. Our solutions help foodservice businesses like Sendik’s Food Market and Saz’s Hospitality Group enhance their menus while providing a greater return on their investment.

Our world-class products are made in a world-class facility. Alto-Shaam’s headquarters and manufacturing space is dynamic, clean and safe for all.

As a family company, we also take care of our people by providing market-leading benefits:

• Earn an annual bonus on your gross income, which has averaged 15% over the past five years
• Low COST premiums for full coverage healthcare with wellness participation
• 11 paid holidays and generous earned PTO
• Advancement opportunities to grow through our career ladders program
• Tuition assistance to pursue a degree or certification
• Fitness reimbursement for gym memberships, classes, or training sessions
• Biannual performance reviews with yearly merit increases
• Annual free lunch with the company president to celebrate your work anniversary

Whether you're just beginning your career or have years of experience—you've come to the right place! Working at Alto-Shaam means you’re a part of a passionate team working together towards one goal.

Since 1955, Alto-Shaam has pioneered industry-leading commercial foodservice equipment that anticipates and responds to our customers' needs. Our solutions help foodservice businesses like Sendik’s Food Market and Saz’s Hospitality Group enhance their menus while providing a greater return on their investment.

Our world-class products are made in a world-class facility. Alto-Shaam’s headquarters and manufacturing space is dynamic, clean and safe for all.

As a family company, we also take care of our people by providing market-leading benefits:

• Earn an annual bonus on your gross income, which has averaged 15% over the past five years
• Low COST premiums for full coverage healthcare with wellness participation
• 11 paid holidays and generous earned PTO
• Advancement opportunities to grow through our career ladders program
• Tuition assistance to pursue a degree or certification
• Fitness reimbursement for gym memberships, classes, or training sessions
• Biannual performance reviews with yearly merit increases
• Annual free lunch with the company president to celebrate your work anniversary

Job Description

The ideal candidate for a Designer III would be able to do the following:

• Create and maintain parts, assemblies, and production drawings in SolidWorks in support of NPD programs and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
• Translate product requirements into detailed design solutions that meet performance, cost, timing and quality targets
• Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) with an understanding of downstream impacts, ensuring compliance with engineering standards
• Function as an integrated member of the Design Team, following the guidance of senior members of the team and Engineers
• Prepare top-level CAD models for, and lead, cross-functional design reviews and virtual builds
• Perform basic design checks including: interference checks, clearance checks, and motion studies (as applicable)
• Own drawing quality and adherence to GD&T and company/industry standards
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing/Operations, and Supply Chain to support DFM/A and cost optimization efforts
• Maintain and manage BOM structures with high accuracy
• Contribute to design standards, libraries, and best practices+

Qualifications

For a candidate to be successful as a Sr. Designer they must have:

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Design or Engineering-related field is a plus
  

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and drafting
  

• Proficiency in computer-aided drafting techniques and standard engineering practices, with the capacity to suggest best-practice improvements
  

• Proficiency with SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D CAD); PDM experience is a plus
  

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
  

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including sheet metal fabrication and injection molding
  

• Solid engineering judgment and problem-solving capability
  

• Ability to manage multiple activities and meet target dates
  

• Effective communication across technical and non-technical teams
  

• High attention to detail
  

Additional Information

We are looking for team-members that exemplify and live our High FIVE values:

• Highest Quality: Are you detailed-oriented and ensure the accuracy of your work?
• Win together as a Family: Do you exceed expectations by being attentive and going above and beyond?
• Unleash the Innovative Spirit: Are you passionate about finding solutions to streamline and enhance the way you and your peers work?
• Be a Helpful Voice: Are you a positive person who wants to make an impact on others?
• Every Individual Makes an Impact: Are you a go-getter who takes initiative and pride in your work?

If you share our values, we want you to be a part of our Alto-Shaam family!