3D Designer at Anderson Crane

Company Description

Anderson-Crane Company is a Minneapolis-based manufacturer specializing in industrial-grade bulk material handling equipment. Founded in 1950 by R.W. Crane I, the company has built a reputation for engineering excellence and custom fabrication across a wide range of industries, including food, feed, pharmaceutical, and cement to name a few. Our product lineup includes screw conveyors, bucket elevators, hoppers, gates, and specialty systems like plug screws and the patented Salad Bar Conveyor™—a dust-minimizing solution for truck and railcar loading. Anderson-Crane’s screw conveyors are known for their precision, durability, and versatility, capable of handling materials such as grains, powders, and pellets while also performing functions like mixing, heating, or cooling during transport. With over 70 years of innovation, Anderson-Crane continues to push the boundaries of bulk material handling through proprietary designs like the Trough-Tite Screw™ and Trough-Tite Plug™, which offer enhanced sealing and operational efficiency. Our systems are engineered to exceed industry standards and are used by major corporations across the U.S. and in more than 20 countries worldwide.

Job Description

This position will primarily be responsible for AutoCAD Inventor 3D CAD drawings and designs to customer-facing approval drawings and sheet metal layouts for the manufacture of engineered bulk material handling systems. Each system is designed per customer specifications to meet their requirements for functionality, productivity and expense. This position is for first shift, Monday through Thursday, 10hrs/day.

Initial Duties and Responsibilities

Create accurate and functional fabrication layouts, elevation and/or section view 3D CAD drawings of conveyor systems and related steel structures, platforms, and conveyor framework for customer approval and manufacturing. Occasionally travels to project site to measure conveyors/structures/buildings, diagnose and solve problems, and interface with the customer. Review and check other designer’s drawings before submitting to customer. Expand and maintain 3D drawing library of standard fabricated parts. Assist with flat pattern layout and nesting for waterjet and laser programs. Assist with shaft turning and drilling layout for CNC lathe and mill programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for Performance Evaluation Reviews

Excellent command of AutoCAD Inventor. iLogic is a plus. Support toward the achievement of our manufacturing, quality, safety, production and operating goals. Ability to meet customers’ expectations promptly and accurately and impress them with your creative problem solving abilities. Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude & development of bulk material handling equipment and components engineering. Strong desire to solve issues; possess great problem solving skills, a growth mindset, and ability to persist. Candidates strong organizational, analytical and communication skills along with an ability to thrive in a performance-based environment. Knowledge of grain, food, chemical aggregate and other customer industries processes. Your work ethic and dedication. Your ability to continuously develop your skills, your department and your Company; Your participation in training. Contribution to customer, fellow-employee and sister company associate satisfaction and overall positive, forward moving workplace environment. Your contribution to the achievement of Corporate, department and position missions, visions and goals.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off

Ability to Relocate

Litchfield, MN 55355: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location

In person