Machine & Sheet Metal Designer

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

The Machine & Sheet Metal Designer is responsible for creating detailed mechanical designs, 3D models, and engineering drawings for machinery, sheet metal components, and fabricated assemblies. This role supports engineering, production, and manufacturing teams by ensuring designs meet functional requirements, cost objectives, safety standards, and manufacturability guidelines. The Designer will work primarily in an office/shop environment producing designs and specifications under the direction of the director. The position will interface with clients as needed and travel to client facilities to measure physical dimensions for machinery and observe production lines. The position will provide assistance in the shop when required.

Key responsibilities:

Design & Drafting

• Develop 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings for machines, equipment, tooling, and sheet metal components.

• Create fabrication drawings, weldments, flat patterns, and detailed sheet metal layouts.

• Design custom machine components, frames, guards, brackets, and other mechanical parts.

• Produce accurate BOMs (Bills of Material), tolerances, dimensions, and GD&T.

Engineering Support

• Collaborate with engineers, machinists, fabricators, and project managers to refine design requirements.

• Modify designs based on testing, prototyping, and customer feedback.

• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety requirements, and internal engineering practices.

• Participate in design reviews and support continuous improvement efforts.

Manufacturing Integration

• Work closely with manufacturing to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and easy to fabricate.

• Provide guidance on material selection, sheet metal thickness, bends, tolerances, and fastening methods.

• Support CNC programming, laser cutting, waterjet, press brake, machining, and welding processes.

Project Coordination

• Manage multiple design tasks and assist with project schedules.

• Communicate design status, risks, and required information to project leads.

• Maintain document control and revision history for all design files

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• PE License Preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design, machine design, or sheet metal design. AutoCad in both 2D or 3D (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communcation and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manager multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites.

Benefits

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401k & ESOP
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Sick Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Mentorship Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care
• Flexible Schedule & Remote Working