If you are looking for an opportunity to work alongside a team of highly collaborative mechanical engineering professionals where you can fully utilize and enhance your mechanical engineering design skills, then we have an exciting and rewarding opportunity available for you to join our team as a Mechanical Designer!
As a member of our team, you will join a multi-disciplined group of engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural) professionals to deliver design services for complex plant/building systems and site operations for heavy industrial sectors, including mining, mineral processing, aggregate, and metals. In this role, you will have the opportunity to assist with the drafting & design of mechanical system projects by preparing drawings through the utilization of design production software. In this position, you will also be responsible for performing basic mechanical calculations and completing redline revisions.
Note | Although this position is recognized as a Designer, it is commonly referred to as an Engineering Specialist internally at TKDA.
Location and Work Arrangement
This position could be based out of Duluth, MN or Bloomington, MN; however, candidates must reside within regular commuting distance from one of the two locations. TKDA offers flexible hybrid work arrangements, with employees typically working three days in the office and two days remotely, in alignment with business needs. Travel (less than 10%) to other TKDA offices, project or client locations, and may be required.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in architectural technology, engineering technology, mechanical / building system design, CAD technology, or related field.
- Four or more years of progressive experience designing industrial mechanical systems combined with a high proficiency of AutoCAD and Revit.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- Self-starter with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
Advantageous Qualifications
- Previous experience with layout of ductwork and piping systems in a 3D environment.
- Previous experience with layout of industrial systems such as process piping and ductwork.
- Previous experience with mechanical design.
- Familiarity with process flow diagrams, process piping diagrams, and/or piping & instrumentation diagrams.
- Experience with Plant 3D and SolidWorks
- Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
- Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
- HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
- 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
- ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
- Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year
Skills Required
- Associate degree in architectural technology, engineering technology, mechanical or building system design, CAD technology, or a related field.
- Four or more years of progressive experience designing industrial mechanical systems.
- High proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Experience laying out ductwork and piping systems in a 3D environment.
- Experience laying out industrial systems such as process piping and ductwork.
- Previous mechanical design experience.
- Familiarity with process flow diagrams, process piping diagrams, or piping and instrumentation diagrams.
- Experience with Plant 3D and SolidWorks.
What We Do
TKDA is a 100 percent employee-owned firm established in 1910, providing comprehensive engineering, architecture, and planning services. The company serves public and private clients across the United States, focusing on four primary markets: Industrial and Manufacturing, Transportation, Buildings and Sites, and Water. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and safety, TKDA delivers integrated design solutions that help communities and businesses grow while meeting critical project timelines and budget constraints.
