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.
Job Description:
Afinitas is expanding and launching a new satellite technical office in Des Moines, Iowa, and we're looking for Mechanical Designers/Drafter at all experience levels to join our growing team.
Whether you're an early-career designer looking to develop your CAD and equipment design skills or an experienced designer ready to take on complex machinery projects, this is a unique opportunity to help shape a new engineering presence while creating innovative industrial equipment solutions.
What You'll Do
As a Mechanical Designer/Drafter, you'll help bring equipment concepts to life through detailed design, modeling, and manufacturing documentation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing layouts and detailed designs for industrial equipment and mechanical systems
- Creating manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and engineering documentation
- Performing design analysis to support equipment performance and manufacturability
- Creating and maintaining accurate bills of material (BOMs)
- Evaluating and implementing design improvements and engineering changes
- Collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams throughout the build process
- Supporting troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives
- Utilizing SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other design tools to create customer-focused solutions
- Managing multiple projects while meeting established schedules and deliverables
What We're Looking For
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience ranging from entry-level through senior design positions
- Experience using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD platforms
- Understanding of drafting standards, dimensioning, and tolerances
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical design principles
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Why Afinitas?
- Be part of a newly established engineering office in Des Moines
- Help build and shape a growing engineering organization
- Work on custom industrial equipment and engineered solutions
- Collaborate with experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals
- Gain exposure to projects from concept development through manufacturing and implementation
- Opportunities for career growth across multiple design levels
- Make a direct impact on products used by customers around the world
Level placement (Mechanical Designer/Drafter I, II, III, or IV) will be determined based on education, experience, technical expertise, and demonstrated design capabilities.
If you're excited about joining a growing team and helping build the future of Afinitas in Des Moines, we'd love to hear from you.
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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.
Company:
AfinitasSkills Required
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in drafting, design technology, engineering technology, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD platforms
- Understanding of drafting standards, dimensioning, and tolerances
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical design principles
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Barry-Wehmiller Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Barry-Wehmiller and has not been reviewed or approved by Barry-Wehmiller.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with immediate vesting and a defined company match is provided, supporting structured long‑term savings. Plan specifics are documented in the current benefits handbook.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available for both birth and secondary caregivers, complemented by family‑building supports such as fertility benefits. Company‑paid disability coverage offers additional income protection around family events.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A wellness incentive program can significantly reduce medical premiums when requirements are met. Telehealth and second‑opinion services, along with other resources, broaden everyday support.
Barry-Wehmiller Insights
What We Do
We’re Building A Better World. We’re more than just a successful capital equipment and engineering solutions firm. We’re an organization fiercely committed to improving the lives of our team members across the globe. By providing meaningful work in an environment of care and compassion, we send them home fulfilled by their time with us, rather than drained by it. We understand what every human being on the planet desires: to know that who they are and what they do matter. As a business, we have a unique opportunity to let them know that they do. Through our Truly Human Leadership culture and personal growth initiatives, we help them become their best selves. And when we bring out their best, they give their best. To their work, their team members and friends, our customers and suppliers, the people in the communities in which they work and live, and--most important of all--to their families. And before you know it, a better job has helped build a better world!
