MECHANICAL DESIGNER
Design Fabricators and Integrators LLC, Louisville, KY, United States
At DF&I, we’re more than just a material handling solutions provider — we’re a
TEAM
of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers who believe that great outcomes start with great
PEOPLE . Serving the parcel, distribution, and manufacturing industries, we combine technology, experience, and
TEAMWORK
to design systems that make our customers’ operations more efficient, reliable, and future-ready.
Our vision is to create unforeseen value — by critically thinking through every detail, collaborating openly, and using our
COLLECTIVE
expertise to turn challenges into opportunities. At DF&I, you’ll join a
SUPPORTIVE , hands‑on team that values innovation, communication, and
SHARED
success. Together, we’re shaping the future of how things move.
DF&I offers a
ROBUST
benefit package with comprehensive medical plans to choose from to meet family needs. Vision and dental benefits are
FREE
to all employees. DF&I wants to ensure their employees are planning for the future by offering participation in the retirement plan and contributing
3%
to individual accounts. We even offer
PET
insurance for the little furry kids at home.
Join our team and enjoy the team-building and employee engagement events throughout the year such as Family Day at Holiday World and team-building at TopGolf.
Job Title
Mechanical Designer
Reporting to
Engineering Manager
Location
Louisville, KY
Employment Status
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Position Summary
Create and maintain Inventor 3D models or AutoCAD 2D layouts to develop installation drawings that are accurate, usable, customer specification and regulatory compliant. Provide design support to Project Engineers for large projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Layout and design mechanical systems for assigned projects.
Prepare drawings for submittal to the customer.
Develop an understanding of customer specifications and standards under Project Engineer guidance.
Plan for constructability and installation of designs.
Size and select components for mechanical systems under Project Engineer guidance.
Collaborate with others as a CAD and design resource.
Be well organized, resourceful, and planful.
Layout tasks in sufficient detail.
Work on multiple tasks at once without losing track.
Adapt to changing priorities.
Qualifications / Requirements
AAS Degree in design/drafting or related field required; Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering Technology preferred.
Highly proficient with Autodesk Vault, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Inventor.
Experience creating 2D and 3D drawings and models in AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to talk and hear; stand; walk; sit; use hands to grasp, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds without assistance. The employee is regularly required to wear personal protective equipment.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The position is located in an office environment in a manufacturing warehouse setting, with controlled climate settings, and low noise. The employee may frequently visit the manufacturing production floor, with exposure to seasonal climates, odor, dust, and high noise levels.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at‑will relationship.
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TEAM
of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers who believe that great outcomes start with great
PEOPLE . Serving the parcel, distribution, and manufacturing industries, we combine technology, experience, and
TEAMWORK
to design systems that make our customers’ operations more efficient, reliable, and future-ready.
Our vision is to create unforeseen value — by critically thinking through every detail, collaborating openly, and using our
COLLECTIVE
expertise to turn challenges into opportunities. At DF&I, you’ll join a
SUPPORTIVE , hands‑on team that values innovation, communication, and
SHARED
success. Together, we’re shaping the future of how things move.
DF&I offers a
ROBUST
benefit package with comprehensive medical plans to choose from to meet family needs. Vision and dental benefits are
FREE
to all employees. DF&I wants to ensure their employees are planning for the future by offering participation in the retirement plan and contributing
3%
to individual accounts. We even offer
PET
insurance for the little furry kids at home.
Join our team and enjoy the team-building and employee engagement events throughout the year such as Family Day at Holiday World and team-building at TopGolf.
Job Title
Mechanical Designer
Reporting to
Engineering Manager
Location
Louisville, KY
Employment Status
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Position Summary
Create and maintain Inventor 3D models or AutoCAD 2D layouts to develop installation drawings that are accurate, usable, customer specification and regulatory compliant. Provide design support to Project Engineers for large projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Layout and design mechanical systems for assigned projects.
Prepare drawings for submittal to the customer.
Develop an understanding of customer specifications and standards under Project Engineer guidance.
Plan for constructability and installation of designs.
Size and select components for mechanical systems under Project Engineer guidance.
Collaborate with others as a CAD and design resource.
Be well organized, resourceful, and planful.
Layout tasks in sufficient detail.
Work on multiple tasks at once without losing track.
Adapt to changing priorities.
Qualifications / Requirements
AAS Degree in design/drafting or related field required; Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering Technology preferred.
Highly proficient with Autodesk Vault, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Inventor.
Experience creating 2D and 3D drawings and models in AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to talk and hear; stand; walk; sit; use hands to grasp, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds without assistance. The employee is regularly required to wear personal protective equipment.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The position is located in an office environment in a manufacturing warehouse setting, with controlled climate settings, and low noise. The employee may frequently visit the manufacturing production floor, with exposure to seasonal climates, odor, dust, and high noise levels.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at‑will relationship.
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