Structural Engineer III

NOW HIRING: Structural Engineer III
 Monday – Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM

Ready to make a career move with solid foundations?
 American Crane & Equipment Corporation is looking for a Structural Engineer III to join our high-performing Engineering team.

In this role, you will take ownership of structural engineering deliverables, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute your expertise to projects in aerospace, nuclear, and other critical industries.

Job Title: Structural Engineer III

Department: Engineering

Location: 531 Old Swede Road - Douglassville, PA 19518

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00AM-4:30PM | Full-time hours on-site

Compensation: Competitive starting salary based on experience and qualifications

Why Join American Crane?

• Technical Leadership – Take ownership of structural engineering deliverables and serve as a trusted resource across projects in critical industries.
• Collaborative Impact – Work side-by-side with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to solve complex design challenges.
• Mission Critical Projects – Contribute your expertise to custom crane and lifting solutions trusted by aerospace, nuclear, and other high-stakes sectors.

What You’ll Do

• Perform advanced structural computations and analysis, applying complex theory to practical design.
• Create and review calculations, reports, design input records, and other technical documentation made by other structural engineers.
• Partner with mechanical and electrical engineers, project managers, and manufacturing teams to meet project requirements.
• Support the Field Service team with technical field solutions and the manufacturing team with technical equipment inquiries.
• Review drawings and bills of materials for accuracy, completeness, and constructability.
• Ensure safety, collaboration, and quality within the Structural Engineering department.
• Mentor team members and share your specialized knowledge with the Structural Engineering group.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program.
• Active Engineer-In-Training/Engineer Intern Status (required).
• Master of Science or PhD in Engineering is a plus.
• 10 years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong background in static analysis and design of steel structures, including strength of materials and beam theory.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and Wrike.
• Experience with Mathcad, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or other equivalent software.
• Strong design code familiarity with steel girder, column, connection design, fatigue stress analysis, reinforced concrete design (ANSI/AISC 360, CMAA, ASCE/SEI-7, AWS, ASME, ACI 318).
• Seismic and vibration analysis experience a plus.
• Applied finite element analysis experience in structural analysis is a plus.

Preferred Certifications

• Active Professional Engineer license (or equivalent international credential) in good standing.

Key Attributes

• Self-motivated and safety-minded
• Collaborative leader with strong communication skills
• Organized, dependable, and forward-thinking
• Committed to ACECO’s core values and culture

Work Environment

READY TO APPLY?

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com).

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

About American Crane & Equipment Corporation:

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is a second generation, women-owned company and for more than 50 years, has been a trusted innovator of high-quality specialty lifting equipment. As a leading manufacturer of cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment, along with a variety of parts and components for standard, custom, and nuclear applications, we're committed to high quality products and customer satisfaction in an industry where there is no room for mistakes. 

At ACECO, GRIT Matters. We put perseverance, heart, and integrity into everything we do. Join a team where your contributions matter, and where growth, empowerment, and safety are top priorities. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Experience is Everything: Our team is built on the foundation of expertise and dedication. With an average tenure of 10 years, our team brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every project, ensuring top-notch results for our customers.

Low Turnover, High Satisfaction: We prioritize creating a positive work environment where people can thrive. That's why our turnover rate is less than 10%, a testament to our commitment to our team members. Here, you can count on the support of your co-workers. 

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary based on experience, skills, education, market data, etc
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Wellness plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Holidays – paid time off
• Overtime opportunities & more!

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.

The pay for this position is dependent on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts to our benefits-eligible employees. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid time off, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.