Mechanical Technician/Designer – Entry Level (Hybrid)

Barr • Hibbing, MN

2d • $21 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a mechanical technician/designer to work on mechanical engineering projects involving data collection, planning, problem solving, design, and construction assistance. The person in this position will work with multidisciplinary project teams to provide computer-aided drafting using AutoCAD, CADWorx, and other drafting software on a Windows platform. Assignments will include working closely with engineers to create, update, and revise drawings of mechanical and miscellaneous systems and may entail visiting project sites to gather information for drawings. Projects may involve drafting designs for pumping and piping systems, industrial ventilation, industrial equipment, conveyor systems, building systems, and various details. Occasional assistance with structural, electrical, or civil design may also be required. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Hibbing, Minnesota, Salt Lake City, Utah, or Minneapolis, Minnesota office. NOTE: The position may involve field visits to client sites including industrial processing facilities, power plants, renewable facilities, and other heavy industrial facilities. Appropriate safety training will be provided for the work at industrial sites.

Requirements

• Two-year technical certificate or experience/coursework directly related to the job responsibilities described above
• Proficiency in current versions of AutoCAD
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
• A flexible working style and the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs
• Superior task management skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, and following up
• Possession of valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and their applications in an industrial environment
• Proficiency in additional drafting packages, such as CADWorx, Revit Structural, Solidworks, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Geopak, as well as in spreadsheet, GIS, or word processing software
• Familiarity with work in an industrial environment and basic knowledge of industrial disciplines and industrial construction

Responsibilities

• data collection
• planning
• problem solving
• design
• construction assistance
• computer-aided drafting using AutoCAD, CADWorx, and other drafting software on a Windows platform
• working closely with engineers to create, update, and revise drawings of mechanical and miscellaneous systems
• visiting project sites to gather information for drawings
• drafting designs for pumping and piping systems, industrial ventilation, industrial equipment, conveyor systems, building systems, and various details
• occasional assistance with structural, electrical, or civil design

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
• Please note that benefits eligibility is determined and may change based on part-time, reduced-time, or full-time status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees