Lead Mechanical Engineer — Freight Elevator Systems

COMPREHENSIVE MANUFACTURING SERVICE; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Courion, part of Vantage Elevation, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead design and development of custom freight elevator systems at our St. Louis facility.

You will own complex projects, drive design and manufacturing improvements, and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and operations. The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical design expertise, leadership experience, and a track record in manufacturing environments, with exposure to ASME A17.1 and EN 81 standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; 8–10 years of progressive mech. eng. experience.
• Experience leading complex engineering projects from concept through production.
• Expertise in designing mechanical systems, assemblies, and fabrication.
• Familiarity with elevator safety codes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of custom freight elevator systems, doors, car enclosures, and related components.
• Manage projects from initial concept through manufacturing, installation, and implementation.
• Develop detailed mechanical designs, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks.
• Provide technical leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

Project leadership

Manufacturing processes

Welding

Machining

Sheet metal fabrication

Engineering calculations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate degree with extensive experience

Tools

ASME A17.1

EN 81

Job description

Courion, part of Vantage Elevation, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead design and development of custom freight elevator systems at our St. Louis facility.

You will own complex projects, drive design and manufacturing improvements, and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and operations. The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical design expertise, leadership experience, and a track record in manufacturing environments, with exposure to ASME A17.1 and EN 81 standards