Carrier Process Equipment Group (CPEG) offers customers a comprehensive line of large industrial processing equipment for a wide variety of industries. By combining engineering expertise including high tolerance fabrication and assembly, we design and manufacture custom bulk processing equipment and custom fluid solutions. Please visit us at https://www.cpeg.com/ to see the full scale of our product lines and solutions including the diverse family of brands who make up our portfolio. 

We are looking for a CAD Designer/Drafter at our Mathiston, MS location to support the Sly division. This is an onsite position that is responsible for working with project engineers, the drafting manager, and R&D engineers to develop detailed and complete 3D models and 2D drawings for manufacturing use. The CAD Designer/Drafter position requires extreme attention to detail. Ideal candidates should require little supervision, demonstrate initiative, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Please visit https://www.slyinc.com/  to see the products and capabilities of Sly. 

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.- 4 p.m.

What you’ll do

• Participate in design reviews with project engineers to examine customer specifications and ask questions. 
• Develop accurate 3D models based on design conditions and criteria given by project engineers.
• Develop detailed 2D drawings based on 3D models for manufacturing use.
• Provide project engineers, R&D engineers, and manufacturing shop with support as needed.
• Work with R&D engineers and drafting manager when application or design challenges arise.
• Follow product drawings, sketches, engineering ideas and verbal instructions.
• Modify 3D models and 2D drawings as needed for customer changes, as built drawings, or manufacturing needs.  

• Associates degree in a field related to engineering or manufacturing. Relative work experience will also be considered. 
• 2+ years of experience in CAD systems (Inventor/AutoCAD) or related experience/training. 
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited  standardization exists. 
• Ability to multitask, solve problems, organize, and prioritize cross-functional projects. 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 
• Understanding of the design and manufacturing process. 
• Ability to reason mathematically with high speed and accuracy.   

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including ASME welding standards, metal forming, and structural systems. 
• Knowledge of metal fabrication methods and materials. 
• Prior experience in air pollution equipment.  

Competitive Benefits

• Generous paid time off as well as 80 hours of holiday pay each year. 
• Ability to become an Employee Owner. This benefit is fully funded by the company—no employee contribution required—and builds value for you over time based on the company's performance. While results vary from year to year, the ESOP consistently delivers retirement benefits that exceed those of a typical 401(k) match. 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. We provide a company contribution with Health Savings Account (HSA) participation. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are also available for healthcare and dependent care expenses, regardless of whether you are enrolled in a company medical plan.
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability coverage, along with supplemental Short-Term Disability coverage (company pays 50% of premium).
• Voluntary coverages such as additional life insurance, accident insurance and more. 
• Employee Assistance Program. Our EAP offers free, confidential support including legal and financial consultations, counseling services, estate planning, travel assistance, and work-life resources such as childcare, eldercare, and health advocacy.
• Employee Referral Program bonus.
• Educational Assistance. 
• Career Advancement. CPEG is 100% employee-owned and led by a dynamic executive team of talented individuals who have risen through the management structure.
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) plan with flexible loan feature—invest in your future while keeping access to your funds if you need them. 
• Cash Balance Pension Plan. We contribute to this retirement savings on your behalf—no employee contribution required. Combined with a guaranteed 4% rate of return, this means you receive a consistent and valuable retirement benefit every year.