Cranemasters · 6 hours ago
Mechanical Design Engineer
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelCranemasters is a leading provider of specialized engineering and railroad services, delivering innovative solutions for heavy-lift operations and rail-connected machinery. We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team and help design and optimize cranes, attachments, and related equipment tailored for the rail industry.
Industrial EngineeringRailroad
Hiring Manager
Jocelyn Stephens, J.D.
Responsibilities
Design: Develop new crane structures, overhaul existing designs, and create hardware for enhanced functionality. Apply abstract thinking, visualize 3D concepts from 2D drawings, and perform reverse engineering when needed
Testing: Validate designs through calculations, modeling, and prototyping. Conduct field testing to simulate real-world conditions, identify issues, and ensure compliance before full implementation
Rebuild Projects: Lead inspections, refurbishments, and rebuilds of high-tonnage cranes and related machinery. Plan and execute repairs and upgrades to meet safety and industry standards
Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to customers and internal teams, troubleshoot issues remotely or on-site, and ensure optimal equipment performance
Catalog Design Updates: Implement iterative design improvements for standard equipment models. Coordinate releases with management and manufacturing teams based on production schedules
Compliance & Delivery: Ensure all builds meet customer specifications and regulatory standards. Complete documentation, testing, and final handoff of equipment
Problem Solving: Apply critical thinking and collaborate across teams to resolve technical challenges
Ownership of Design: Oversee designs through manufacturing and testing phases, adapting quickly to changes
Product Knowledge: Maintain expertise in Cranemasters’ equipment and stay current with industry best practices and safety regulations
Customer Engagement: Communicate effectively with customers, providing updates and addressing inquiries
Quality Assurance: Work with project managers and foremen to uphold quality standards during rebuilds and production
Communication: Maintain open dialogue with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams, providing clear rationale for design decisions
Resilience: Respond effectively to dynamic, high-pressure situations during emergency derailment support
Documentation: Follow revision control and release guidelines; record calculations, procedures, and results accurately
Time Management: Prioritize tasks to meet manufacturing timelines and urgent delivery requirements
Qualification
Required
Deep understanding of the unique challenges of railway construction, including heavy lifts, track maintenance, and complex logistics
Ability to collaborate with a skilled engineering team to create designs that prioritize safety, efficiency, durability, and compliance with industry standards
Experience in structural analysis, material and component selection, and ensuring equipment performance and safety throughout its lifecycle
Ability to develop new crane structures, overhaul existing designs, and create hardware for enhanced functionality
Experience in validating designs through calculations, modeling, and prototyping
Ability to conduct field testing to simulate real-world conditions, identify issues, and ensure compliance before full implementation
Experience leading inspections, refurbishments, and rebuilds of high-tonnage cranes and related machinery
Ability to provide technical assistance to customers and internal teams, troubleshoot issues remotely or on-site, and ensure optimal equipment performance
Experience implementing iterative design improvements for standard equipment models
Ability to ensure all builds meet customer specifications and regulatory standards
Experience in maintaining expertise in Cranemasters' equipment and staying current with industry best practices and safety regulations
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, providing updates and addressing inquiries
Experience working with project managers and foremen to uphold quality standards during rebuilds and production
Ability to maintain open dialogue with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams, providing clear rationale for design decisions
Ability to respond effectively to dynamic, high-pressure situations during emergency derailment support
Experience in following revision control and release guidelines; recording calculations, procedures, and results accurately
Ability to prioritize tasks to meet manufacturing timelines and urgent delivery requirements
Willingness to travel approximately 5–10%
Benefits
Annual Bonus Program: Eligible to participate in our discretionary corporate bonus program based on company and individual performance.
Comprehensive Benefits: Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Technology Support: A company-provided laptop to keep you connected and productive.
9/80 Work Schedule: 10‑hour shift schedule with every other Friday off, supporting work–life balance.
Paid Time Off: Accrual begins your first week at a rate equivalent to 80 hours per year; PTO available after 90 days of service.
Company
Cranemasters
Cranemasters is a railroad contractor that specialized in track construction/engineering.
Founded in 1986
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lisa Schaffner
VP Marketing, Business Development and Sales
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