Manufacturing Engineer

Galaxy-Lifts-2; Mabank (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Galaxy Lifts seeks an Engineer in Mabank, TX to balance tactical CAD work with broader product strategy, creating layouts and drawings for high-performing lifting systems.

You will develop manufacturing drawings, manuals, specs, and contribute to New Product Design and R&D while collaborating with operations and vendors to improve costs and methods. A technical degree and SolidWorks experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of SolidWorks experience; AutoCAD and Inventor a plus.
• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment; construction industry exposure a plus.
• Strong drafting, detailing, and production support capabilities.
• Ability to travel to sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed manufacturing and layout drawings using CAD for vertical platform and cargo lift systems.
• Produce internal drawings, schematics, manuals, and specification sheets.
• Expand the capabilities of the Engineering team.
• Develop knowledge of ASTM, ANSI, ISO, and AA standards.
• Travel to sites as required.
• Research product solutions for dealers and end-users.
• Contribute to New Product Design and R&D.
• Test new products to verify design intent via simulations and destructive/non-destructive methods.
• Collaborate with Operations to improve drawings, costs, and methods.
• Manage administrative systems including ERP, CRM, and PDM (NetSuite, HubSpot).
• Develop and present to management (PowerPoint, Vizio).
• Collaborate with vendors.
• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives and projects.

Skills

Mechanical design mindset

Project management

Vendor interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Description

ENGINEER

Galaxy Lifts is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join as an Engineer. This role balances tactical execution with an understanding of overall product and engineering strategy to create layouts and drawings for innovative, safe and high-performing equipment used to elevate quality of life and improve mobility for our customers.

THE COMPANY YOU WILL BE JOINING:

• Branded manufacturer and marketer of powered cargo and passenger lifts
• #1 player in its market with exceptionally high growth potential
• Mission-driven: we elevate the quality of life for people needing assistance with vertical mobility
• Galaxy Lifts is a division of Canopy Brands, the best home for the world’s mightiest small companies. Together, our family of brands generates more than $200 million in revenue and solves critical industry challenges across construction, industrial, municipal, utility, marine, and residential markets, supporting the essential systems and environments people depend on every day

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

• High impact in-the-field role on a winning team investing in growth and operations
• Meaningful empowerment in a team-based environment that supports development
• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits including subsidized healthcare, 401k matching, paid time off, and 10 paid holidays

WHAT THE ROLE DOES:

• Create detailed manufacturing and layout drawings using CAD products and models, for use in vertical platform and cargo lift systems
• Assist in production of internal drawings, schematics, manuals, and specification sheets
• Assist in the creation and expansion of the capabilities of the Engineering team
• Develop understanding of common industry standards (ASTM, ANSI, ISO, AA)
• At times required to travel or attend site visits
• Research and provide product solutions and to our dealers and end-users
• Provide key role in New Product Design and Research and Development
• Test new products to verify design intent through simulated and/or destructive and non-destructive physical methods
• Work with Operations personnel to improve drawings, costs, and manufacturing methods
• Management of administrative systems including ERP, CRM, and PDM (NetSuite, HubSpot)
• Develop and give presentations to management teams (PowerPoint, Vizio)
• Initiate and maintain direct collaboration with vendors
• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives and projects

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline or equivalent experience required
• 2+ years of SolidWorks experience required, with AutoCAD and Inventor a plus
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing environment preferred, with construction industry exposure a plus
• Strong mechanical mindset with firm grasp of product development and project management
• Growth and entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for product development
• Highest standards of accuracy and precision in drafting, calculation, detailing and work product
• Comfortable interacting professionally with vendors, sales team, operations and customers
• Ability to multi-task, problem solve, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Local to Mabank-Athens, TX or willing to relocate
• Demonstrates Galaxy Lifts core values: Respect, Precision, Urgency, Mastery, Positivity