Structural Designer II - (Heavy Industrial Equipment & Hot Exhaust Ducting)

Compass Water Solutions, Inc.; Addison (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CECO Environmental is seeking a Structural Designer II to produce accurate 3D models, drawings, and material take‑offs for heavy industrial equipment and hot exhaust ducting systems. This mid‑level role advances design development under senior engineers and collaborates with affected teams to ensure quality and schedule alignment.

The designer will support the design of ducting systems downstream of combustion turbines and boilers, applying design standards and participating in interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in CAD/Drafting or related field.
• 3–5 years in industrial structural or mechanical design.
• Experience producing ductwork or plate structures for heavy industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 3D CAD models, fabrication drawings, and material take-offs for heavy industrial equipment and ducting systems.
• Assist in hot exhaust and flue gas ducting design, including casings, transitions, and related structural components.
• Develop drawings for customer review, procurement, and fabrication following established standards.
• Incorporate input on thermal expansion, operating temperature, and mechanical loading as directed.
• Coordinate ducting layouts with associated equipment (SCR reactors, baghouses, ESPs, dampers, expansion joints).
• Review project inputs for completeness and raise questions to senior staff.
• Perform geometric and material quantity calculations.
• Revise drawings based on reviews and fabrication feedback.
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination with Engineering, PM, and Sales.
• Follow document control procedures for drawing issuance and revisions.

Skills

3D modelling

Drafting

Fabrication drawings

Mechanical design

Calculations

Education

CAD/Drafting degree

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

3D design software

Job description

Job Summary

CECO Environmental is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for industrial air, water, and energy transition. Since 1966, we’ve been addressing the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, making a tangible impact across industries like renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and water treatment. As a purpose-driven company, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and integrity, ensuring that every project we undertake creates lasting positive change. At CECO, you’ll be part of a growing, dynamic team committed to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future.

We are proud to share that CECO was named one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Companies for 2025 and that Forbes recognized CECO as one of America’s Most Successful Small‑Cap Companies for 2026, marking our third consecutive year on the Forbes list. CECO Environmental is a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ under the ticker CECO, reflecting ourstrong growth, financial performance, and commitment to delivering value to shareholders.

As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Peerless Emissions Control plays a critical role in delivering specialized air solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship.

The Structural Designer II is a mid‑level technical contributor responsible for producing accurate 3D models, drawings, and material take‑offs for heavy industrial equipment and hot exhaust ducting systems. This role is intended for a developing industrial designer who has moved beyond entry‑level drafting and is building depth in large‑scale, high‑temperature ducting and structural platework under the guidance of senior designers and engineers.

This position supports the design of hot exhaust and flue gas ducting systems associated with pollution control equipment located downstream of combustion turbines, boilers, and fired heaters, with increasing responsibility for design execution, coordination, and quality.

Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Prepare 3D CAD models, fabrication drawings, and material take‑offs for heavy industrial equipment and ducting systems.
• Assist in the design of hot exhaust and flue gas ducting, including casings, transitions, and associated structural plate components.
• Develop drawings for customer review, material procurement, and fabrication, following established design standards and templates.
• Incorporate design input related to thermal expansion, operating temperature, and mechanical loading as directed by senior designers or engineers.
• Coordinate ducting layouts and interfaces with associated equipment such as SCR reactors, baghouses, ESPs, dampers, and expansion joints, with guidance as needed.
• Review project inputs for completeness and raise questions or discrepancies to senior designers or project engineers.
• Perform geometric and material calculations (lengths, areas, volumes, weights, angles) to support drawing accuracy and material lists.
• Revise drawings based on internal reviews, customer comments, and fabrication feedback.
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination with Engineering, Project Management, and Sales to support project execution.
• Follow document control procedures for drawing issuance, revisions, and file management.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Computer‑Aided Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in industrial structural or mechanical design.
• Experience producing industrial ductwork or plate structures, preferably in heavy industrial or process‑equipment environments.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and preparation of fabrication‑ready drawings.
• Ability to perform basic geometric and material quantity calculations accurately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Autodesk® Inventor or similar 3D mechanical design software.
• Exposure to hot exhaust or flue gas ducting systems operating at elevated temperatures.
• Familiarity with pollution control equipment such as SCRs, baghouses, or ESPs.
• Basic understanding of thermal expansion concepts in large ducting or plate structures.
• Knowledge of common industrial welding practices and fabrication constraints.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and coordinate ducting layouts with process requirements.
• Travel Requirements: Estimated to be no more than 5% of working hours. Valid driver’s license required.

ADA Requirements:

Positions in this function typically require typing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

• Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications, or a high degree of hand and eye coordination for sustained periods.
• The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of job.
• Compliance with company attendance standards.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

We Offer:

We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and much more.

At CECO, we are committed to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

ABOUT US

CECO’sCommitment to Our People

At CECO, our people are at the center of everything we do. Whether you’re a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring opportunities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with CECO.

ABOUT CECO

CECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment across the globe, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets.

We serve these markets and our global customers through our key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Learn more about CECO by visitingAbout Us.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CECO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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