Project Engineer: Crane Layouts & Lift Plans

Maxim-Crane-Work; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxim Crane Works in Houston is seeking an early-career Project Engineer to blend engineering principles with practical lifting solutions. You will help develop crane layouts, lift plans, and equipment installation strategies, collaborating with engineers, sales and field teams to move projects from concept to field application.

The role emphasizes learning, problem solving, and applying AutoCAD and basic structural calculations on diverse commercial and industrial projects, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• 0–4 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD; 3D AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and plans and perform engineering calculations.
• Develop crane layouts, lift plans, and structural designs.
• Model in CAD for crane configurations and equipment installations.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and field teams to meet project requirements.
• Support project execution through site visits and design documentation.

Skills

AutoCAD

Engineering calculations

Structural analysis

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD (2D/3D)

Job description

Maxim Crane Works in Houston is seeking an early-career Project Engineer to blend engineering principles with practical lifting solutions. You will help develop crane layouts, lift plans, and equipment installation strategies, collaborating with engineers, sales and field teams to move projects from concept to field application.

The role emphasizes learning, problem solving, and applying AutoCAD and basic structural calculations on diverse commercial and industrial projects, with opportunities