Engineering Associate

Piab Group; Winston (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Piab Group is seeking an Engineering Associate to join the Alum-a-Lift engineering team in a collaborative, detail-oriented role. You will assist engineers with CAD models, drawings, and documentation for ergonomic lifting equipment; create 2D/3D drawings; and support manufacturing, quality and marketing activities.

The position focuses on hands-on engineering tasks, basic project work, and learning within a global leader in vacuum transport solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks for 3D modelling and drawings.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD/DraftSight for 2D drawings.
• Proven record of involvement in technical/professional projects.
• Interest in mechanical designs and basic understanding.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools; highly organized.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with CAD models, drawings and docs for ergonomic lifting equipment.
• Create and revise 2D and 3D CAD drawings under direction.
• Produce documents and labels for custom projects; maintain project files.
• Provide support during machining, fabrication and assembly; troubleshoot issues.
• Support tolerance/stack-up analyses and non-conforming parts.
• Assist in final inspections and compliance documentation.
• Support marketing photos/videos and pre-shipment walkthroughs.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD/DraftSight

Project experience

Mechanical design

Communication

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

DraftSight

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alum-a-Lift designs and manufactures turnkey ergonomic lifting solutions for companies around the world. From single custom units to multiple devices to entire lifting systems, our proven solutions help manufacturers meet their material handling needs safely and efficiently.

In 2024, Piab Group acquired Alum-a-Lift, further enhancing its capabilities in ergonomic material handling solutions. Alum-a-Lift designs and manufactures turnkey ergonomic lifting solutions for companies around the world. From single custom units to multiple devices to entire lifting systems, our proven solutions help manufacturers meet their material handling needs safely and efficiently.

You can expect the following with us:

Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that thrives on creativity and innovation.

Global Impact: Work with a company that is a world leader in vacuum transport solutions.

Global Presence: Piab has 25+ sales offices and over 900 partners worldwide, ensuring a vast network and global reach

Sustainable Vision: Contribute to an automated world, promoting safety and efficiency.

Professional Growth: Access opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.

Collaboration: Join a workplace that values collaboration and a wide range of perspectives.

Stable employer: As part of Patricia Industries and connected to the Wallenberg family, Piab benefits from strong support and a commitment to long-term growth and sustainability.

Job mission

The Engineering Associate provides critical support to Project Engineers and the broader engineering team, contributing to the design, documentation, and execution of engineering projects. This role is ideal for technically skilled individuals who thrive in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment and are eager to learn and grow within an engineering organization.

Key responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with the preparation of CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation for custom ergonomic lifting equipment and related projects.
• Create and revise 2D and 3D CAD drawings under the direction of Project Engineers.
• Produce documents and labels as required for custom projects and assist in maintaining internal project files and documentation.

Manufacturing & Quality Support

• Provide support during machining, fabrication, and assembly, troubleshooting design or production issues as needed.
• Participate in tolerance and stack-up analysis, conducting and comparing measurements as needed for non-conforming parts and assemblies.
• Support final inspections, helping to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements, and documenting results.

Marketing Support & Documentation

• Assist with marketing photos and videos as directed by Engineering personnel.
• Conduct pre-shipment walk-around videos to capture the details of each unit’s condition prior to shipment.

In this role you are required to act according to the Piab Code of Conduct and know and follow the Piab values, mission and routines.

Key interfaces

• This position reports to the Alum-a-Lift Engineering Manager and is a member of Alum-a-Lift’s engineering group.
• Engineering Associates often receive direction from and collaborate with Project Engineers, Senior Project Engineers, and the Principal Engineer.
• Engineering Associates interact with assembly technicians, machinists, and marketing personnel as required to support and expedite production activities.

Requirements

• Experience using SolidWorks (or similar) for 3D modelling and drawings
• Experience using AutoCAD, DraftSight, or similar 2D CAD software
• Experience participating in successful technical/professional projects
• Interest in and basic understanding of mechanical designs
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline (not required)
• ≥1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• 1-3 years of experience using SolidWorks in a professional environment
• 1-3 years of experience using AutoCAD/DraftSight in a professional environment
• Experience working in quality control and/or compliance

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Walking or standing for long periods of time 4-6 hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

This is what our employees say about us:

“At Piab, I have the chance to leave my own footprint. The low hierarchy means my ideas are heard and valued. #LoveWhereIWork”

Disclaimer

Piab Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

Piab Group does not make hiring, firing, or recruiting decisions based on workers’ citizenship, immigration status, or national origin. However, this position will have to interface with export-controlled items and data. In order to comply with ITAR/EAR requirements, the employee must be a “U.S. Person” or will require special authorization from the US government to access export-controlled items. It is understood that special authorizations are typically not granted. This should be considered by any candidate who is not a US Person.