Mechanical Engineer

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:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIESDesigns are functional, easily manufactured, and meet customer expectationsDesigns are completed according to scheduleDesigns meet Afinitas engineering standardsDesign analysis, drawings, and bills of material are accurateDevelop innovative conceptual solutionsCoordinate layout and design of equipmentPerform design analysis for equipmentCreate manufacturing drawings for equipmentCreate and complete bills of material for equipmentEvaluate and implement design changesWork with manufacturing on build processes and improvementUse AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MS Office software effectivelyQUALIFICATIONS4-year Mechanical Engineering degree requiredThorough understanding of:Drafting standards, dimensioning, and tolerancesMechanical power relationships such as horsepower, torque, speedStrength of materials and structural analysisManufacturing processesAbility to perform strength calculationsTraining and/or experience in using AutoCAD or similar CAD softwareTraining and/or experience in using SolidWorks or similar 3-D modeling softwareExcellent organizational and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, adapt to shifting prioritiesAttention to detailWork individually as well as in a team environmentTakes personal ownership and satisfaction on quality workWORK ENVIRONMENT· This is an office position associated with a manufacturing facility. The employee must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the employer when in the manufacturing area.#LI-CW1At 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:AfinitasSummaryLocation: Mediapolis, IA; Des Moines, IowaType: Full time