Mechanical Designer II Building Projects

Why FAST?

At FAST, we don’t just make equipment—we build careers, ownership, and pride. Our durable, top-quality equipment is trusted by major cargo handlers and airlines worldwide, and our team is the reason we succeed. Our core values are KNOW & SERVE OUR CUSTOMERS, BUILD TRUST, FIND A BETTER WAY and GRIT. Our purpose is to deliver winning solutions to help our customers, communities, and employees thrive.  

We’re more than a workplace—we’re a company that invests in its people. From day one, you’ll enjoy competitive pay, affordable benefits, and a real stake in the company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employer funded contribution - 20% of your annual pay to your ESOP account, giving you ownership in the company you help build.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Be part of something that matters – your work keeps operations moving worldwide
• Competitive pay & affordable benefits from your first day
• Real ownership through our ESOP – FAST contributes 20% of your annual pay so you share in our success
• Paid holidays and PTO for work-life balance
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement and company gear allowance
• A team culture that values craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career

SUMMARY: Prepare clear, complete, and accurate 3D designs and drawings of parts, weldments, and assemblies based on customer or internal specifications / standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

Use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, 2D and 3D, as well as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). 

Creates drawings according to current internal, national, international, and industry drafting standards. 

Verify accuracy of drawings; checking dimensions, materials, relationship between parts, and tolerances. 

Utilizes knowledge of fabrication machines, engineering principles, mathematics, materials, and other physical sciences to create designs and drawings. 

Design parts or assemblies based on sketches, discussions, or prior designs. 

Communicate with other departments to validate design and/or drawings. 

Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 

Communicate effectively, make presentations, write routine reports, outline instructions, and correspondence. 

Create charts and spreadsheets to report statistical data. 

Troubleshoot and validate manufactured product on the production floor. 

Support and Apply ISO requirements as appropriate. 

Communicate with vendors. 

SUPERVISORY: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. CAD software experience of 3 years is necessary. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Build Your Future with FAST

We don’t just offer a job—we offer a career you can be proud of, ownership in the company, and a supportive team that values what you bring to the table. Join FAST and experience why we’re the employer of choice. Apply today!