Hands-On Mechanical Design Engineer / CAD Designer (Autodesk Inventor)

Wald Manufacturing Inc; Dakota City (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Plan

401K

PTO

Access to Dental, Vision, Life, Disability insurance

Job summary

Wald Manufacturing Inc in Dakota City is seeking a mechanically minded engineer for hands-on roles in prototype tractor development. You’ll lead mechanical assembly and coordinate with various teams, ensuring projects move smoothly.

The ideal candidate is proficient in Autodesk Inventor and enjoys problem-solving in a shop environment. Strong mechanical aptitude and communication skills are essential for connecting engineering, manufacturing, and management to deliver fully documented products.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and fabrication knowledge.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor required.
• Self-starter who plans ahead and communicates well.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical assembly and development of prototype tractors.
• Work with fabrication and assembly teams for accuracy.
• Create and update 3D models and manufacturing drawings.
• Coordinate with parts, materials, and suppliers.
• Identify design improvements during prototype builds.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Experience with Autodesk Inventor

Fabrication knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

About the Role

Broyhill is looking for a hands‑on, mechanically minded engineer who enjoys being on the shop floor as much as working in CAD. This is not a desk‑only engineering position. We’re seeking someone who can lead prototype tractor builds, solve problems in real time, and work closely with fabrication, assembly, and engineering teams to keep projects moving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical assembly and development of prototype tractors from concept through production.
• Work hands‑on with fabrication and assembly teams to ensure components fit, function, and are assembled correctly.
• Create and update 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
• Communicate design changes and field modifications to the CAD/Inventor drawing team to maintain accurate documentation.
• Coordinate with engine manufacturers and suppliers to ensure the correct engines and components are matched to each build.
• Plan ahead by coordinating parts, materials, and purchased components so they arrive when needed and production isn’t delayed.
• Work closely with purchasing, inventory, engineering, and manufacturing teams to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Identify design improvements and manufacturing efficiencies during prototype builds.
• Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly documentation, and engineering records.
• Help establish and improve assembly processes as new tractor models are developed.
• Serve as the on‑the‑ground technical lead, driving projects forward and ensuring management’s priorities are executed on time.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is equally comfortable with a wrench and a computer. You should have strong mechanical aptitude, fabrication knowledge, and experience with Autodesk Inventor, but more importantly, you enjoy being in the shop, solving problems, and helping a team succeed. The right candidate is a self‑starter who plans ahead, communicates well, and takes ownership of projects from start to finish. You’ll be the person connecting engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and management to ensure our prototype tractors are completed on schedule, assembled correctly, and fully documented for production.

Benefits

• Wellness Plan
• 401K
• PTO
• Access to Dental, Vision, Life, Disability insurance