CAD Designer
Job Description
Department: Engineering
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Salary Exempt
Reports To: Engineering Design Manager
Location: Ponca City, OK
Amount of Travel Required: N/A
Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday (5:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.) and Sunday-Thursday (7:00 p.m. – 4 p.m.)
Positions Supervised: N/A
POSITION SUMMARY: The CAD Designer serves in the Engineering Department. will provide support to senior designers/engineers, product managers, machine shop, layout department and shop floor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may.")
- Create drawings of assemblies, weldments and individual manufactured components used in the fabrication of specialty steel trailers, as well as other various product lines.
- Design large trailers that are 80,000 and above GVW. (Similar experience may be considered).
- Think of possible design solutions.
- Research whether the design will work and be cost-effective.
- Assess the usability, environmental impact and safety of a design.
- Observes all safety regulations
- Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Successfully passes background check, pre-employment drug screening, an any pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s) including pre-employment Pulmonary Function Test (PFT.)
- In-person, predictable attendance
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant related work experience
- A minimum of three to five years of Manufacturing and related Engineering experience required in various Manufacturing Engineering functions
- Proven experience working with Lean Manufacturing principles
- Experience working in a team environment preferably with a small to medium size company
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES
- Possess strong understanding of materials science, manufacturing processes, and industry standards
- Possess strong understanding of miscellaneous processes like Plasma cutting, Laser cut, forming, and welding.
- High proficiency with using Pro-e/Creo or similar 3-D software.
- Excellent speaking, writing, and listening skills.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and high-demand environment.
- Knowledge and experience with ERP systems in Discrete Manufacturing; preferably with Made2Manage ERP.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), with emphasis on Excel as it is used heavily for data analysis and reporting.
- Must be able to work under timeline constraints.
- Possess the ability to effectively communicate and convey information and collaborate with teammates.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Daily required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach and squat/kneel. Work environment includes exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio up to 85 dB and inclement weather, including typical and atypical outdoor elements and extreme cold and hot weather temperatures. Given these conditions employees are required to wear company mandated and issued personal protective equipment (PPE) and must strictly adhere to all safety policies.
Work hours may include or includes early morning, late evenings, and weekends, depending on business necessity.
AAP /EEO STATEMENT
The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.
Last Revised 02/2025
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant related work experience
- Minimum three to five years manufacturing and related engineering experience
- Experience designing large trailers (80,000+ GVW) or similar experience
- High proficiency with Pro-e/Creo or similar 3-D CAD software
- Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing principles
- Strong understanding of materials science, manufacturing processes, and industry standards
- Knowledge of plasma cutting, laser cutting, forming, and welding processes
- Knowledge and experience with ERP systems in discrete manufacturing
- Familiarity with Made2Manage ERP
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Excel
- Successful background check, pre-employment drug screen, aptitude/competency assessments, and Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
- In-person, predictable attendance and ability to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed
- Strong communication skills (speaking, writing, listening) and ability to work in a team
- Ability to work under timeline constraints in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
Mertz Integration is a manufacturer and fabricator based in Ponca City, Oklahoma, with over 90 years of experience. They specialize in producing durable, metal-fabricated products and mobilized equipment for various industries, including power generation, electrical transmission, and oilfield services. Following an acquisition by Dynamis Power Solutions in 2025, the company continues to operate as a manufacturing hub, providing both fully assembled products and specialized components to support long-term customer relationships.
