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Overview

Maxim Crane Works is seeking an early-career Project Engineer to apply technical skills on challenging projects involving crane and lifting solutions. The role involves collaboration with various teams to develop designs and plans for lifting operations in commercial, industrial, and private-sector environments.

Responsibilities

  • Review project drawings and plans, perform engineering calculations, and evaluate design feasibility to support safe and effective lifting operations.
  • Create crane layouts, rigging details, and lift plans for a variety of projects.
  • Use AutoCAD and other drafting tools to develop 2D drawings and 3D models for crane configurations and equipment installations.
  • Work with architects, engineers, contractors, customers, sales professionals, and field personnel to understand project requirements.
  • Prepare ground-bearing pressure calculations and other project-specific engineering analyses.
  • Evaluate installation requirements and help develop effective equipment installation plans.
  • Prepare drawings, design reports, project documentation, and technical presentations.
  • Help monitor project progress, visit job sites, and observe equipment installations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
  • 0–4 years of relevant engineering experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • Basic to intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD; 3D AutoCAD experience is a plus.
  • Foundational knowledge of structural analysis and engineering calculations.
  • Basic familiarity with AISC steel construction standards and structural connection design.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and translate project requirements into practical engineering solutions.
  • Willingness to learn and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Additional Information

  • This position combines office-based engineering and design work with occasional field exposure.
  • Limited travel is expected to visit project sites and observe or support equipment installations.
  • Employees must comply with applicable site-specific safety and access requirements, including participation in random drug testing.
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