Mechanical Designer II - remote

Description:

American Equipment Holdings , is one of the leading overhead crane solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people.

We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Designer II with a strong background in crane design and advanced proficiency in SolidWorks. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design, hold a SolidWorks Professional Certification (CSWP), and preferably possess the Certified SolidWorks Expert (CSWE) credential. This role involves designing custom crane systems and components, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring designs meet performance, safety, and manufacturing standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop crane systems, components, and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Use Automated 3D Models and adapt Models for project drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and project management teams to ensure design meets customer needs and the Company’s design requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure designs meet applicable industry standards and safety regulations
• Self-sufficient, assist with technical and engineering documents as needed
• Interact with design professionals, customers, and suppliers to engineer project
• Assists with project technical drawings, calculations, and submittals.
• 3D design work, ability to execute moderate to complex design projects
• Design, models, size and specifies components, create detailing and BOM
• Assists with project documentation including submittal and fabrication drawings, Bill of Materials, spare parts lists, operation and maintenance manuals, and As-Built drawings
• Ensures designs are cost effective and meet American Equipment’s standards
• Reads and understands customers additional requirements
• Performs field surveys, fabrication shop inspections and quality checks as needed
• Learn, utilize, and implement continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, TOC, 6s, APICS, & 80/20
• Responsible for directing or executing corrective action when shop problems are encountered, performs root cause analysis
• Follows all ISO quality control procedures
• Scan, file, and save all documents pertaining to the job
• Keep accurate time for each job
• Any other responsibilities assigned by Design Manager & Lead Designer

Qualifications:

Required Skills/Abilities

• SolidWorks Professional Certification (CSWP) required, Certified SolidWorks Expert (CSWE) preferred
• Experience with PDM and part creation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and fabrication processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Legacy AutoCAD utilization
• In depth understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Understanding of basic engineering principles
• Familiar with CMAA, ANSI/ASME, OSHA specifications & requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, or Associate degree, or Technical certificate
• Crane Design experience
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in crane design or heavy equipment industries.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, Remote; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m

American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers’ overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, automated systems, system modernizations and training. American Equipment Holdings is one the largest and fastest growing companies in our space with more than 800 dedicated team members that serve thousands of customers throughout the United States.

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Requirements:

Compensation details: 40-45 Hourly Wage

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