Mechanical Designer/Drafter I-IV
Barrywehmiller· Machinery· Oct 8, 2026 · 18d ago
Des Moines, IA
In office
Full-time
Mid
$114K–$160K
Job description
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.
Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become 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.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
Company:
Afinitas
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