Entry-Level Project Engineer – CAD Drafting (Des Moines)

EFCO Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

EFCO Corp. in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Project Engineer 1 for a 100% onsite, full-time role. The position supports drafting and engineering tasks, requiring a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and up to 2 years of experience. FE/EIT certification is a prerequisite before advancing. Some travel is necessary.

The role emphasizes training on EFCO standards and strong math/communication skills, with opportunities to grow within the West Region Production Group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Up to 2 years of professional or construction experience.
• FE (EIT) certification or international equivalent before advancing to higher engineering levels.
• Familiarity with Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD).
• Some travel is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Draft preliminary layouts and engineer contracted and presale projects.
• Prepare equipment requirements for projects.
• Under guidance, supervise specific project tasks and collaborate with other key personnel to ensure project requirements are met.
• Apply mathematics and technical skills to ensure engineering designs align with EFCO’s Quality standards and customer needs.
• Complete all required training, including EFCO’s core value training, policies, procedures, and forming systems.
• Learn and apply EFCO’s drafting and engineering standards.
• Leverage effective oral and written communication to ensure adoption of standards while fostering Innovation in engineering practices.

Skills

CAD

Communication

Mathematics

Technical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

EFCO Corp. in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Project Engineer 1 for a 100% onsite, full-time role. The position supports drafting and engineering tasks, requiring a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and up to 2 years of experience. FE/EIT certification is a prerequisite before advancing. Some travel is necessary.

The role emphasizes training on EFCO standards and strong math/communication skills, with opportunities to grow within the West Region Production Group.