Hands-On Manufacturing Engineer — CAD, Prototyping & Install

ADP, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Food Products Group is seeking an Associate Engineer for its on-site Indianapolis plant. You will handle CAD design, fabrication coordination, and installation of equipment and infrastructure for production facilities.

The role combines drawing, design, fabrication, and hands-on installation to bring projects to life. You will collaborate with RAM team engineers, run machines, and ensure high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience inside manufacturing facility.
• Experience with drawing and design programs, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion, Inventor, etc.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and engineering mindset.
• Ability to read and decipher schematics, blueprints, mechanical drawings, general assembly drawings and P&ID drawings.
• Ability to use mechanical and digital measuring instruments with extreme precision.
• Familiarity with equipment typical in manufacturing: pumps, valves, motors, gear boxes, pneumatics, hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Draw and design using CAD.
• Assist RAM Engineer and Project Managers with leading projects.
• Run manual and CNC machines: mill, plasma cutter, laser engraver, lathe, lifts.
• Set up machines and inspect components with tight tolerances.
• Lead fabrication projects to support equipment repairs and new projects.
• Assist in installation of industrial equipment; rigging experience is a plus; be hands-on.

Skills

CAD design

Mechanical aptitude

Engineering mindset

Reading schematics

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Inventor

Job description

Heartland Food Products Group is seeking an Associate Engineer for its on-site Indianapolis plant. You will handle CAD design, fabrication coordination, and installation of equipment and infrastructure for production facilities.

The role combines drawing, design, fabrication, and hands-on installation to bring projects to life. You will collaborate with RAM team engineers, run machines, and ensure high-quality workmanship.