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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Architectural Arts Millwork, LLC
- **Location:** Emmetsburg, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $58,240.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, CAD Standards
- **Published:** July 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0f86e2b255e64284

## About the Role

* Knowledge of drafting standards, mathematics, science, and engineering technology
 * Solid background in CAD techniques
 * Proficient use of Microsoft Excel
 * Strong problem-solving skills
 * Strong technical and mechanical knowledge
 * Knowledge of general carpentry and repair
 * Working knowledge of hand and power tools

Education and Experience

 * Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school highly recommended
 * Bachelor's Degree a plus
 * Minimum two years drafting experience
 * Construction or woodworking background helpful
 * Equivalent combination of education and experience

Physical Requirements

 * The Engineering role regularly requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
 * The Maintenance role may require climbing a ladder and crawling into awkward spaces, * Knowledge of drafting standards, mathematics, science, and engineering technology
 * Solid background in CAD techniques
 * Proficient use of Microsoft Excel
 * Strong problem-solving skills
 * Excellent technical design skills

Education and Experience

 * Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school highly recommended
 * Bachelor's Degree a plus
 * Drafting experience a plus
 * Construction or woodworking background helpful
 * Equivalent combination of education and experience

Physical Requirements

 * Regularly requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.



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