Mechanical Engineer I - IV

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Afinitas, expanding a new satellite technical office in Des Moines, Iowa, is hiring Mechanical Engineers at all experience levels to join the growing team and help shape our engineering presence.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will participate in the full product lifecycle from concept to production, developing innovative machine concepts, creating detailed designs and BOMs, and collaborating with manufacturing to drive improvements. SolidWorks/AutoCAD experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience from entry-level to senior positions.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with SolidWorks or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative machine and equipment concepts.
• Create detailed designs, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Perform engineering analysis and design calculations.
• Develop and maintain bills of material (BOMs).
• Evaluate and implement design improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support equipment builds and process improvements.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, sourcing, and project management teams.

Skills

Mechanical design

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Manufacturing processes

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

About Us: Afinitas, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a global leader in equipment, forming systems, and essential accessory products that support transportation, water, and utility precast concrete infrastructure worldwide. We provide industry-leading production equipment; highly engineered formwork; and a broad portfolio of precast concrete, electrical, and construction accessories, along with structural products and systems designed for bridge, highway, and heavy construction applications. Afinitas is part of BW Forsyth Partners, LLC, the investment group of global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller, a $3 billion organization with nearly 12, 000 team members, united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12, 000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

Afinitas is expanding and launching a new satellite technical office in Des Moines, Iowa, and we're looking for Mechanical Engineers at all experience levels to join our growing team. Whether you're an early-career engineer looking to develop your skills or a seasoned professional seeking your next challenge, this is a unique opportunity to help shape a new engineering presence while working on innovative industrial equipment and customer-driven solutions.

What You'll Do

As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll be involved in the full product lifecycle, from concept development and design through manufacturing support and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing innovative machine and equipment concepts
• Creating detailed designs, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
• Performing engineering analysis and design calculations
• Developing and maintaining bills of material (BOMs)
• Evaluating and implementing design improvements
• Collaborating with manufacturing teams to support equipment builds and process improvements
• Working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, sourcing, and project management teams
• Utilizing SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other engineering tools to develop customer-focused solutions

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience ranging from entry-level through senior engineering positions
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
• Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD platforms
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced engineering environment

Why Afinitas?

• Be part of a newly established engineering office in Des Moines
• Work on custom industrial equipment and engineered solutions
• Collaborate with experienced teams across engineering and manufacturing
• Gain exposure to projects from concept through production
• Opportunities for career growth across multiple engineering levels
• Make a direct impact on a growing organization

Level placement (Mechanical Engineer I, II, III, or IV) will be determined based on education, experience, technical expertise, and demonstrated engineering capabilities.

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company: Afinitas Throughout Barry-Wehmiller, we hold ourselves to a unique measure of success: by the way we touch the lives of people. It’s that vision that drives us in creating world-class experiences and solutions for our customers and unites us around our common goal—to use the power of our business to build a better world.