Mechanical Project Engineer – Overhead Cranes

Flatiron-Crane-Operating-Company; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) with match

Paid vacation & holidays

Company vehicle & tools

Uniforms & cell phone

Training & advancement opportunities

Job summary

Reading Crane & Engineering, part of Flatiron Crane, is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical design and project execution for overhead cranes and lifting systems. You will develop components, review drawings, and coordinate with customers and vendors to ensure safety and on-time completion.

The role requires CAD proficiency, strong problem solving, and willingness to travel to customer sites. A mechanical engineering degree and relevant experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in mechanical design, project engineering, or industrial equipment engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks) and ability to read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for overhead cranes and lifting equipment.
• Create and review engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and docs.
• Manage engineering projects from design through fabrication, installation, completion.
• Perform structural and mechanical calculations for safety and functionality.
• Collaborate with project managers, manufacturing teams, vendors, and customers to meet requirements.
• Review customer specs, fabrication drawings, and equipment layouts.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing, installation, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure designs comply with OSHA, ASME, CMAA, and industry standards.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate equipment and support execution.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Reading blueprints

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Reading Crane & Engineering, part of Flatiron Crane, is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical design and project execution for overhead cranes and lifting systems. You will develop components, review drawings, and coordinate with customers and vendors to ensure safety and on-time completion.

The role requires CAD proficiency, strong problem solving, and willingness to travel to customer sites. A mechanical engineering degree and relevant experience are essential.