Fabrication Equipment Design Engineer

Position Overview

At Sundt, as a 100% employee-owned contractor, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a culture where every owner is deeply invested in our work. In this role, you will design custom fabricated equipment using SolidWorks and other engineering calculation tools with a focus on steel fabrication. You will estimate costs, determine material needs, prepare scopes of work, and manage design schedules while helping build long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering proposals, process requirements, and technical data to determine design requirements.
• Evaluate product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to create optimal designs.
• Conduct inspections and closeout activities including final inspections, punch list completions, and record drawings (some travel/field work may be required).
• Design and develop engineering components such as mechanical, structural, electrical, or control systems.
• Create or modify custom fabricated equipment by applying engineering principles including material selection, assembly, and required testing.
• Determine feasibility of designs by considering costs, time constraints, planning, and other technical and economic factors.
• Develop technical drawings and assist in estimating fabrication costs for complex custom equipment projects.
• Prepare general arrangement, assembly, and part-level drawings, including complete BOMs and shop fabrication sequences.
• Prepare calculation packages for relevant design aspects.
• Review and comment on submittals and requests for information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Mechanical or Structural Engineering (a bachelor's degree counts as 4 years of experience).
• EIT/PE certification(s) strongly preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task and work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with APl-650, ASME BPVC, B31.3, and B30.20/BTH-1 codes is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and discipline-specific software (e.g. Compress, AutoCAD Plant 30, Revit, AutoCAD Advanced Steel).
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in an agile environment with remote or multi-location teams.
• Master's degree a plus (Mechanical or Structural), counting as 6 years of experience.
• SolidWorks Certification required; CSWA minimum (CSWP+ preferred) or 4-8 years of design engineering experience.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g. steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
• May need to reach above shoulder height and below the waist frequently.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or bend.
• Use of telephone, computer, email, or other electronic devices to communicate with internal and external contacts.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Occasionally climb stairs, ladders, etc.
• Regular use of hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects.
• Frequent interaction with people during a work day.
• Occasionally lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire shift.
• Willingness to work various shifts including swing, night, and weekends.

Benefits & Perks

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness Credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee-Owner Perks
• Educational Assistance
• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's Program

Equal Opportunity Employer: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable laws.