Mechanical Engineer – Heavy Equipment & Crane Systems

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Mechanical Engineer – Heavy Equipment & Crane Systems Location: Richmond, VAJob Type: Direct HireStarting Salary: $95,

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EngineeringMechanical Engineer

Develop new mechanical designs for heavy equipment and crane systems.
Modify existing equipment to improve performance and capabilities.
Reverse engineer components and create updated mechanical solutions.
Use SolidWorks, CAD modeling, FEA, engineering calculations, prototyping, and field testing.
Evaluate designs for manufacturability, reliability, serviceability, safety, performance, and cost.
Maintain equipment designs and related engineering documentation.
Apply applicable engineering standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.

Manage engineering projects from concept through manufacturing, testing, field implementation, and lifecycle support.
Lead crane rebuild and refurbishment projects, including inspections, repair planning, upgrades, testing, and delivery.
Coordinate with manufacturing, operations, vendors, suppliers, leadership, and other teams to meet project and production needs.
Provide technical support for troubleshooting, inspections, testing, field activities, and emergency response.
Support product releases and verify equipment meets required specifications.

Prepare and maintain engineering drawings, calculations, bills of materials (BOMs), design records, and technical documentation.
Apply engineering judgment and creative problem-solving to complex mechanical issues.
Communicate technical information to customers, vendors, manufacturing teams, and internal departments.
Support quality assurance, equipment standardization, and continuous improvement.
Manage multiple projects and adjust priorities as operational needs change.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent parametric CAD software.
Working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and ability to validate results with engineering calculations.
Understanding of mechanical design, manufacturing processes, and engineering documentation.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
Commitment to safety and engineering quality.
Valid driver's license.
Willingness to travel approximately 10% for inspections, field activities, and customer support.