Mechanical Design Engineer
Core
Design complete overhead-crane arrangements, mechanical systems, and components for materials-handling solutions.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical design engineer (overhead cranes)
Builds
Overhead-crane systems, lifting mechanisms, and materials-handling equipment
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Materials handling
Required skills
Mechanical design, component selection, mechanical calculations, FEA, 3D CAD modeling, manufacturing documentation, AS 1418 code knowledge, motor/gearbox/drive system sizing
Preferred skills
Professional engineering registration (CPEng/RPEQ), experience with welded fabrication and machining teams
Technologies
Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, FEA software
Responsibilities
Design complete overhead-crane arrangements and mechanical systems; Develop mechanical layouts from customer specifications; Design and select end carriages, trolleys, hoisting mechanisms, and travel systems; Size and select motors, gearboxes, brakes, and drive systems; Complete mechanical, load, drive, and fatigue calculations; Conduct or review FEA and other engineering analysis; Produce 3D models, detailed fabrication drawings, and manufacturing documentation; Provide engineering support during fabrication, assembly, testing, installation, and commissioning; Investigate technical issues and implement practical design improvements; Ensure designs comply with relevant crane and machinery standards.