MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER (#2025-71)

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for processing the critical engineering tasks necessary to support the below-the-hook product lines in facets including research, development, design, testing, analysis, production, etc. Performs complex engineering assignments requiring the application of standard techniques and procedures. Oversees engineering tests to determine quality, durability, and overall product satisfaction and use.

We’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented professional to join our team at our Rockford, IL location. This role is on-site, providing hands-on support and collaboration with our local team. However, remote candidates with proven experience in the Below the Hook industry may also be considered. If you have a strong background in lifting solutions and are ready to contribute to a growing team, we want to hear from you!

Job Duties

• Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost and design requirements.
• Using knowledge of engineering principles, researches, designs, evaluates, and maintains designs of standard products including weldments and drive systems, equipment, systems and processes.
• Analyzes and validates structural design and conducts stress analysis.
• Partners with the Sales team to gather all necessary information from customers on special/custom products.
• Addresses and resolves functional, structural or scheduling issues raised by the Designers.
• Works with the fabrication team to resolve design variances for work in process and establish improvement for future builds.
• Provides engineering guidance to Designers and manufacturing team members with regard to drawing changes.
• When changes to WIP prints are identified, identifies required changes to additional and/or master drawings and causes them to be corrected.
• Oversees the Designers’ use of computerized design tools and ensures basic stress analysis is appropriate.
• Approves jobs and drawings for other designers and design engineers.
• Complies with all safety requirements.
  
  

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (BSME) with basic knowledge of electrical principles
  
  

Minimum Work Experience

• Three years of experience in a mechanical engineering role
• Experience designing and revising using AutoCad, SolidWorks or other automated design software
• Experience in documenting engineering work
  
  

Minimum Skill Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving ability
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, including excel and a basic comfort level with technology
• Proven customer service orientation toward both internal and external customers
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals in various departments and levels
• Proven ability to work alone or on a team on a broad variety of projects
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple tasks in a rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Knowledge of the rigging and/or crane industries a plus
  
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Estimated Pay: $69,348 - $104,022

Job#: 2025-71