At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community.  We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance.  We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary:

The Draft Design Engineer at Pacific Seafood is responsible for creating, developing, and refining technical drawings and design layouts to support manufacturing and operational needs. This role ensures accuracy and efficiency in the design process by producing detailed blueprints, schematics, and 3D models that meet engineering standards and regulatory requirements. The Draft Design Engineer collaborates closely with operations, engineering, and production teams to translate concepts into practical designs, streamline workflows, and support the successful execution of projects. By driving innovative design solutions, this position contributes to the company’s operational excellence, product quality, and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design Management:Create detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings, layouts, and schematics for food processing equipment and facility projects. Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.Modify and update existing drawings to reflect process improvements or equipment changes. Ensure designs comply with FDA, USDA, HACCP, and other relevant food industry regulations. Assist with the development of standard operating procedures and technical documentation for equipment installation and maintenance. Work closely with vendors and contractors to communicate technical specifications and review equipment design proposals. Perform basic calculations and evaluations to support design feasibility, including load, flow, and material usage considerations. Calculate utility balance and need (water, air, etc.)Calculate product flow and load calculation in food production.2. Project Management and Collaboration: Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to ensure designs meet operational, safety, and sanitation standards. Support new products or process implementation by designing equipment modifications and line layouts. Conduct site measurements and generate accurate as-built drawings for reference and project planning. Participate in project meetings to provide technical input and ensure alignment with manufacturing goals. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary to support the overall goals and objectives of the position.

What You Bring to Pacific Seafood: 

Required:

Associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Design, or related field (or equivalent experience). 2+ years of experience in drafting or design engineering, preferably in food manufacturing or a regulated production environment. Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar). Knowledge of food processing equipment, sanitary design principles, and facility layout best practices. Familiarity with regulatory requirements including FDA, USDA, HACCP, and GMP standards. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple design projects with competing deadlines. Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork. Basic understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and fabrication methods. Ability to perform site measurements and translate them into accurate technical drawings. Experience in purchasing technical equipment.Preferred:Proficient in Microsoft 365 ApplicationsPhysical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member:Sedentary work, walking and standing are required only occasionally.Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.  Fingering. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Salary Range: $ 90,879 to $120,500 based on experience

Total Compensation:

At Pacific Seafood, your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disabilityFlexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses401(k) retirement plan options with generous annual company profit sharing matchPaid time-off for all regular FT team members to include sick days, paid holidays, vacation, and personal timeEmployee assistance program providing confidential professional counseling, financial and legal assistance at no charge to team members and immediate family membersProduct purchase program

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.