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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking a Design Engineer for a contract-to-hire, onsite role in Des Moines, IA. The Design Engineer will partner with structural engineers to design and model products, produce detailed blueprints and bills of material for offsite manufacturing, and coordinate with subcontractors and contractors to support successful installation.

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What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Collaborate with structural engineers to design and model products and assemblies.
• Produce detailed blueprints, bills of material (BOMs), and fabrication/installation documentation for offsite manufacturing.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and contractors to ensure installation meets project expectations and schedules.
• Use industry-standard CAD and detailing tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Creo) to develop and share designs with the project team.
• Review and interpret structural and architectural drawings to inform designs and detailing.
• Maintain accurate documentation, version control, and change logs for assigned projects.

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Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of structural steel detailing or related design experience preferred; entry-level candidates with relevant education or training are encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Autodesk Inventor (Vault experience a plus).
• Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time-management ability.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate across small teams.

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Additional Skills & Nice-to-Haves

• Understanding of steel fabrication and erection processes.
• Experience creating bills of material and fabrication drawings for offsite manufacturing.
• Familiarity with industry best practices for shop drawing preparation, QC, and subcontractor coordination.

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Work Environment & Culture

Confidential Client operates with a small, family-like team (approximately 15 employees) and a non-corporate culture that values growth and work/life balance. The environment is described as laid-back and flexible, with opportunities for advancement and skill development. Eligible employees may receive benefits including company-paid healthcare, a 401(k) match, and other standard offerings.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract-to-Hire, Full-time position based onsite in Des Moines, IA. Candidates must be able to work from the Des Moines office.

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Pay & Benefits

• Pay range: $28.85 - $31.25 per hour. Actual compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
• Benefits (may be available if eligible): medical, dental & vision; 401(k) with company match; life insurance options; short- and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; paid time off.

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Application Deadline

This job is anticipated to close on Nov 15, 2026.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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