Design Engineer (on-site)

API Heat Transfer • Franklin, WI

41d • Onsite

About The Position

At General ThermoDynamics, we design and manufacture heat exchangers and thermal systems for demanding industrial applications. As a Design Engineer, you’ll turn customer requirements into robust, manufacturable designs—partnering with Applications and Manufacturing Engineering to launch reliable products on time and on cost.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or related).
• 3+ years of design experience in thermal systems, heat exchangers, or fabricated metal products.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and GD&T; strong design-for-manufacture mindset.
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ASME/TEMA/API codes and shop processes (welding, sheet metal, machining) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models, detailed drawings, and BOMs for heat exchangers and components.
• Apply thermal, structural, and fluid-flow principles to meet performance and reliability targets.
• Collaborate across Applications, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations from concept to release.
• Support feasibility, prototyping, validation testing, and ECN/ECO processes.
• Drive continuous improvement across designs, materials, and methods in a hands-on manufacturing setting.

Benefits

• Impactful engineering work in real-world industrial applications
• Cross-functional collaboration with direct line-of-sight from design to production
• Opportunity to grow with a company dedicated to quality, safety, and innovation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level