SolidWorks Designer – Turnkey Material Handling

Crane 1 Services; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane 1 Services is seeking a Designer to work with engineering, manufacturing and field teams to craft accurate design solutions for turnkey material handling projects. Proficiency in SolidWorks or 3D modeling and strong mechanical design skills are essential for success.

The role emphasizes producing precise drawings, maintaining BOMs, and providing technical leadership across departments. Applicants should hold a relevant engineering degree and be detail-oriented, with a track record of

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in mechanical design, drafting, or related manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks is strongly preferred or other 3D modeling software.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies, welding practices, and structural components.
• Experience preparing detailed fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1 welding standards and other applicable industry codes preferred.
• Familiarity with overhead crane systems, lifting equipment, or structural fabrication is strongly preferred.
• Excellent technical communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Experience reviewing designs and providing technical guidance to other designers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Drafting, or related technical field preferred

Responsibilities

• Produce multi-view production and installation drawings with SolidWorks with minimal supervision.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, engineering requirements, and customer specifications.
• Annotate drawings using AWS D1.1 weld symbols and other standardized symbols.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Review and verify design accuracy prior to release to manufacturing and installation teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior designers and draftsmen.
• Collaborate with engineering, electrical, structural, civil, and installation teams.
• Support manufacturing and field installation teams with technical guidance and drawing clarification.
• Assist with design reviews and recommend improvements for efficiency, manufacturability, installation.
• Develop technical documentation, specifications, and procedures.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues during fabrication or installation.

Skills

Mechanical design

SolidWorks

3D modeling

Mechanical assemblies

Welding practices

Structural components

Fabrication drawings

BOMs

AWS D1.1

Overhead cranes

Technical communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Drafting, or related technical field

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Revit

Creo

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Crane 1 Services is seeking a Designer to work with engineering, manufacturing and field teams to craft accurate design solutions for turnkey material handling projects. Proficiency in SolidWorks or 3D modeling and strong mechanical design skills are essential for success.

The role emphasizes producing precise drawings, maintaining BOMs, and providing technical leadership across departments. Applicants should hold a relevant engineering degree and be detail-oriented, with a track record of