Engineering Designer
Rasmussen Mechanical Services | Council Bluffs, IA
Since 1970, Rasmussen Mechanical Services has been a family-owned mechanical contractor serving commercial, industrial, and institutional customers across the Midwest and Rocky Mountains. We've grown to over 200 people across seven locations, but we've kept the small-company feel that's made people stay with us for 20, 30, even 37 years.
We're looking for an Engineering Designer to join the family whether you're an experienced designer ready for more interesting work, or a new grad looking for a place that will actually invest in you.
The Work
You'll bring mechanical projects to life on the screen before they're built in the field. That means 3D modeling, P&IDs, general arrangements, and fabrication drawings for projects ranging from commercial HVAC systems to complex industrial piping, boilers, and process equipment.
A typical week might include:
• Building 3D models in AutoCAD Plant 3D from FARO laser scans of customer facilities
• Drafting P&IDs, general arrangements, and fabrication drawings that our fabrication and field crews can actually build from
• Walking job sites with project managers and sales engineers to scope new work
• Producing proposal drawings and renderings that help customers say yes
• Sitting down with our welders, fitters, and field techs to make sure what you're drawing makes sense to build
If you love the satisfaction of seeing your drawings turn into real, working systems this is the right place for you.
Why People Stay at RMS
• Family-owned, and it shows. The Rasmussens are still here. Leadership is accessible, decisions get made quickly, and people get treated like people.
• Real career growth. Many of our managers, directors, and senior designers came up through RMS including people who started as technicians or designers and grew into leadership. If you put in the work, there's room to move.
• Variety you won't get elsewhere. With ten specialized departments HVAC, boilers, mechanical construction, controls, reliability, and more no two projects look alike.
• Modern tools and ongoing training. FARO 3D scanning, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and continuing investment in your skills through company-provided training and self-development.
• Industry-leading pay and benefits, plus a culture that takes work-life balance seriously.
• A genuinely good place to work. Modern offices, 24/7 gym, golf simulator, team lunches — and yes, "fun" really is one of our core values.
What You Bring
If you're experienced (3+ years):
• Drafting and 3D modeling experience with piping or mechanical systems
• Strong AutoCAD skills; AutoCAD Plant 3D experience is a big plus
• A track record of producing drawings that field crews can actually build from
If you're newer to the field:
• Associate's degree in mechanical design or drafting (or equivalent coursework/experience)
• Hands-on AutoCAD experience from school, internships, or personal projects
• Genuine curiosity about how mechanical systems work - we'll teach you the rest
For everyone:
• Strong attention to detail and good time management
• Comfortable working with engineers, project managers, field crews, and customers
• Valid driver's license; able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Working Conditions
This is primarily an office-based role with occasional travel to customer sites for walkdowns and scanning — typically day trips, with occasional overnight stays. You'll need to be able to lift 25–30 lbs occasionally and sit at a workstation for extended periods.