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Design Engineer / Drafter – Custom Fabrication & Ag Equipment Location: Alexandria, SD | Full-Time | On-Site About the Company Our client is a growth-oriented manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered stainless and mild steel equipment for the ag sector. With decades of experience, they’re known for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions across the U.S. and internationally. Position Overview We’re seeking a Design Engineer or experienced Drafter to help develop custom mechanical solutions for agricultural applications. This role works closely with customers, sales, and production to design and refine products that meet performance and manufacturability standards. If you’ve got SolidWorks chops and experience with sheet metal, we want to talk. Key Responsibilities
Create detailed engineering and drafting drawings for fabrication
Collaborate with sales to understand project specs and select materials
Support production with drawing clarifications and troubleshooting
Update drawings and ERP data for design changes
Implement design improvements based on field and customer feedback
Propose ideas to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality
Manage CAD models and technical documentation
Qualifications
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent design/drafting experience
3–5 years in a Design Engineer, Drafter, or CAD Designer role
Strong SolidWorks skills (sheet metal/fabrication focus)
Familiar with 2D/3D modeling, drafting standards, and design for manufacturability
Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
Knowledge of brake press and fabrication processes is a plus
Effective communicator who thrives in collaborative, hands-on settings
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $90,000–$95,000 DOE
Health insurance, 401(k) match, PTO
Growth opportunities in a stable, team-oriented company
Ideal Candidate This is perfect for a creative, grounded design professional who thrives on solving real-world engineering problems. Experience in OEM environments, high-mix/low-volume fabrication, or custom ag equipment is a major plus. Send your resume to julian.maldonado@gogpac.com or call/text 346.586.4255 for a confidential conversation.
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GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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Location:
Alexandria
Job Type:
FullTime

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