Mechanical Designer Jobs in Wisconsin
Mechanical Designer jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where manufacturing and industrial automation drive steady demand at every level from entry-level detailers to senior design engineers. Employers such as Rockwell Automation, Oshkosh Corporation, and Johnson Controls maintain deep mechanical design teams in the state, with the strongest openings in precision machining, fluid power systems, and industrial equipment design. Wisconsin's manufacturing base keeps this role among the most active in the Midwest for candidates with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA experience. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Mechanical Designer – ASME Pressure Vessels and Process Equipment
Paget Equipment is a family-owned manufacturer of custom ASME pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and process equipment serving Fortune 500 companies in renewable energy, chemical, mining, oil & gas, and water/wastewater industries since 1976.
We are seeking a Mechanical Designer to create 3D models, fabrication drawings, and manufacturing documentation for custom industrial equipment using SolidWorks. This position works closely with Engineering, Production, and Project Management to develop practical, manufacturable designs for complex fabricated equipment.
Competitive salary based on experience.
Why Join Paget Equipment?
- Family-owned company established in 1976
- Stable, growing manufacturer of custom industrial equipment
- Work on complex ASME pressure vessels and heat exchangers
- Collaborative team environment with direct shop interaction
- Competitive pay, 5% 401(k) match, bonus opportunities, and strong benefits
- No travel required
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret ASME engineering calculations, specifications, customer drawings, sketches, and project requirements and incorporate them into detailed designs using SolidWorks.
- Apply applicable requirements of ASME Section VIII, TEMA, customer specifications, and Paget Equipment design standards.
- Design components and assemblies with consideration for manufacturability, welding, machining, material availability, fit-up, assembly, inspection, and cost.
- Work closely with Engineering to ensure drawings and models accurately reflect engineering calculations and design requirements.
- Collaborate directly with Production, Welder Fabricators, and Machinists to identify and resolve design, fit-up, fabrication, and assembly issues.
- Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure materials, components, and purchased items are properly specified and meet project requirements.
- Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, dimensions, tolerances, weld symbols, material specifications, BOM accuracy, and manufacturability.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of mechanical design experience.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
- Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Purchasing, Production, Project Management, Quality, and other departments.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a custom fabrication or engineered-to-order manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with pressure vessels, heat exchangers and/or process equipment using ASME Section VIII, TEMA, API, or other applicable industry standards.
- Experience with pressure vessel design software such as COMPRESS, PV Elite, or similar software.
- Experience with sheet metal, weldments, large assemblies, configurations, and complex mechanical models in SolidWorks.
- Experience working directly with welders, fabricators, machinists, and production personnel to resolve manufacturing issues.
Compensation & Benefits
At Paget Equipment, we offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 401(k) with 5% full company match
- Health insurance with company sponsor HRA
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Bonus opportunities
- Stable employment with a family-owned and growing company
Paget Equipment is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).
- Job Type: Full-time
- Travel: None
- Schedule: Monday–Friday
If you enjoy designing custom industrial equipment and working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to bring complex projects to life, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $65,679.38 - $79,097.75 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Mechanical Designer – ASME Pressure Vessels and Process Equipment
Paget Equipment is a family-owned manufacturer of custom ASME pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and process equipment serving Fortune 500 companies in renewable energy, chemical, mining, oil & gas, and water/wastewater industries since 1976.
We are seeking a Mechanical Designer to create 3D models, fabrication drawings, and manufacturing documentation for custom industrial equipment using SolidWorks. This position works closely with Engineering, Production, and Project Management to develop practical, manufacturable designs for complex fabricated equipment.
Competitive salary based on experience.
Why Join Paget Equipment?
- Family-owned company established in 1976
- Stable, growing manufacturer of custom industrial equipment
- Work on complex ASME pressure vessels and heat exchangers
- Collaborative team environment with direct shop interaction
- Competitive pay, 5% 401(k) match, bonus opportunities, and strong benefits
- No travel required
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret ASME engineering calculations, specifications, customer drawings, sketches, and project requirements and incorporate them into detailed designs using SolidWorks.
- Apply applicable requirements of ASME Section VIII, TEMA, customer specifications, and Paget Equipment design standards.
- Design components and assemblies with consideration for manufacturability, welding, machining, material availability, fit-up, assembly, inspection, and cost.
- Work closely with Engineering to ensure drawings and models accurately reflect engineering calculations and design requirements.
- Collaborate directly with Production, Welder Fabricators, and Machinists to identify and resolve design, fit-up, fabrication, and assembly issues.
- Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure materials, components, and purchased items are properly specified and meet project requirements.
- Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, dimensions, tolerances, weld symbols, material specifications, BOM accuracy, and manufacturability.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of mechanical design experience.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
- Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Purchasing, Production, Project Management, Quality, and other departments.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a custom fabrication or engineered-to-order manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with pressure vessels, heat exchangers and/or process equipment using ASME Section VIII, TEMA, API, or other applicable industry standards.
- Experience with pressure vessel design software such as COMPRESS, PV Elite, or similar software.
- Experience with sheet metal, weldments, large assemblies, configurations, and complex mechanical models in SolidWorks.
- Experience working directly with welders, fabricators, machinists, and production personnel to resolve manufacturing issues.
Compensation & Benefits
At Paget Equipment, we offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 401(k) with 5% full company match
- Health insurance with company sponsor HRA
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Bonus opportunities
- Stable employment with a family-owned and growing company
Paget Equipment is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).
- Job Type: Full-time
- Travel: None
- Schedule: Monday–Friday
If you enjoy designing custom industrial equipment and working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to bring complex projects to life, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $65,679.38 - $79,097.75 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Mechanical Designer Job Market in Wisconsin
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical designer jobs across Wisconsin.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical design, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Inventor for part and assembly modeling
- Experience producing detailed engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, and bill-of-materials documentation
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, machining, and injection molding
- Ability to collaborate with manufacturing engineers and review designs against Wisconsin production floor constraints
- Strong written communication skills for documenting design intent and supporting engineering change orders
Mechanical Designer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mechanical designer in Wisconsin?
Most mechanical designers in Wisconsin enter the field with an associate degree in mechanical design technology or a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from a Wisconsin technical college or university, such as those offered through the Wisconsin Technical College System. The role does not require a state-issued license, but earning a Certified SolidWorks Professional credential or completing a CAD-focused program gives candidates a competitive edge with Wisconsin manufacturers and engineering firms.
Which companies hire mechanical designers in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring mechanical designers in Wisconsin include JP Cullen, Brunswick, and Faith Technologies Incorporated, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of industrial equipment manufacturers and automation companies means mechanical design roles tend to cluster around established production facilities and engineering centers rather than startups.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most mechanical designer jobs?
Menasha, Appleton, and Menomonee Falls have the most mechanical designer openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee anchors the list as home to major industrial automation and controls companies, while Madison draws demand from engineering firms and university-adjacent manufacturers, and Green Bay benefits from large packaging equipment and food processing employers that maintain in-house mechanical design teams.
Are there remote mechanical designer jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. About 25% of mechanical designer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role can be when design work involves shop floor reviews, prototype validation, or close coordination with production teams. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are CAD modeling, drawing revisions, and design reviews conducted through screen-share tools.
How can I get hired as a mechanical designer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a mechanical design technology program at a Wisconsin Technical College System school, such as Milwaukee Area Technical College or Fox Valley Technical College, which often place graduates directly with local manufacturers through co-op and employer partnership programs. Candidates without experience should target detailer or CAD technician postings at large Wisconsin equipment manufacturers, as these roles are the most common on-ramp. Building a portfolio of SolidWorks or Inventor models from coursework strengthens an application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to mechanical designer jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to mechanical designer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Wisconsin employers. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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