Prefabrication Shop - Project Engineer

Job Summary

EPI Power is seeking a Project Engineer to support electrical prefabrication at its Des Moines shop. The role combines engineering and 3D design with hands-on shop-floor execution and production leadership.

Project Details

EPI Power develops electrical construction solutions for fast-track data center projects. This position works onsite in a prefabrication shop and may lead a category such as conduit assemblies, lighting, racks, or underground systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D CAD models, production drawings, diagrams, bills of materials, templates, jigs, and fixtures.
• Convert coordinated designs into practical, manufacturable assemblies using design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly principles.
• Prototype assemblies, operate fabrication tools, and refine methods with shop production teams.
• Improve manufacturing sequencing, shop layout, material flow, throughput, quality, safety, and consistency.
• Coordinate with VDC, procurement, and production teams on modeling, materials, sourcing, and manufacturing status.
• Lead an assigned prefabrication category while maintaining design standards, documentation, and efficiency targets.

Required Experience

• At least three years of experience in electrical construction, prefabrication, mechanical fabrication, or manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with tools in a production or field environment.
• Ability to interpret drawings and take concepts through design, modeling, prototyping, and manufacturing.
• Strong 3D CAD skills using Revit, Shapr3D, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar software.
• Mechanical aptitude, strong problem-solving and organizational skills, and careful attention to detail.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn systems such as Stratus, tool interfaces, and CNC workflows.

Compensation and Benefits

The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits with HSA and FSA options, employer-paid disability and life insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, voluntary supplemental insurance, and a corporate wellness program.

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