Industrial Project Designer - 3D Modeling & Shop Drawings

GSM Industrial; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GSM Industrial in Lancaster, PA, is seeking an Experienced Project Designer to join our engineering and fabrication team. You will design and detail custom industrial projects involving structural steel, sheet metal, ductwork, pipe, and equipment layouts.

This role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, translating field measurements into accurate shop drawings, and collaborating with project managers, engineers, and fabrication staff to meet timelines. Travel for site visits may be required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of mechanical/structural/fabrication design experience.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Tekla.
• Translate concepts from field measurements into accurate models and drawings.
• Solid understanding of industrial design principles and fabrication practices.
• Ability to travel for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 2D and 3D designs for industrial systems using AutoCAD, SolidWorks and/or Tekla.
• Produce clear shop drawings, GA drawings, and fabrication details for structural steel, sheet metal, plate, ductwork, pipe/tubing and related components.
• Create accurate cut lists, material takeoffs, and requisition documents.
• Review, interpret, and refine engineering drawings to GSM Industrial standards.
• Conduct site visits and field measurements to support accurate design development.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and fabrication personnel to ensure design intent and timelines.
• Provide ongoing technical support to project stakeholders throughout fabrication and installation.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings to understand scope, materials, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of design procedures, standards, and drafting workflows.

Skills

2D drafting

3D modeling

Fabrication knowledge

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Tekla

Job description

GSM Industrial in Lancaster, PA, is seeking an Experienced Project Designer to join our engineering and fabrication team. You will design and detail custom industrial projects involving structural steel, sheet metal, ductwork, pipe, and equipment layouts.

This role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, translating field measurements into accurate shop drawings, and collaborating with project managers, engineers, and fabrication staff to meet timelines. Travel for site visits may be required.