What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer position at Engineered Systems Incorporated - Crane and Hoist Specialists?
Company Description
Engineered Systems, Inc. (ESI) specializes in providing high-quality overhead crane and hoist systems, parts, and services throughout the Southeast and beyond. With nine locations and over 55 years of experience, ESI delivers tailored solutions for businesses, ranging from design and installation to inspections and system modernizations. Supported by a team of skilled engineers and certified welders, ESI ensures that every system is built for safety, reliability, and optimal performance. Committed to excellence, ESI partners with customers to deliver efficient solutions that meet their operational needs and promote long-term success.
Compensation
$55,000-$65,000 per year
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Engineering role based in Duncan, SC. The Engineer will support the successful delivery of overhead crane and hoist projects through estimating, design coordination, and cross-functional collaboration. This position works closely with internal teams and customers to ensure projects meet technical requirements, timelines, and applicable industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Estimating new crane projects including materials, fabrication, installation, and testing
(Structural Steel design to conform to AISC, IBC, and CMAA standards)
- Ability to lead and encourage others in a team atmosphere
- Interaction with customers on a technical level regarding crane loads being transmitted to their building and floor/foundations
- Scheduling of fabrication, and wiring shop labor activities to meet customer timelines
- Provide engineering support to the Engineering manager, Sales, and Project Managers
- Develop tools and standards to optimize estimating accuracy and efficiency
- Provide drafting support to the Lead Drafter based on current drawing work loads
- Develop/Implement 3D structural analysis to conform to applicable codes and standards
- Work with fabrication, wiring, and sales to improve product and processes
- Work with vendors on quotes, and implementing new product designs
- Site surveys and reverse engineering systems to give sound engineering recommendations
- Work towards getting Professional Engineering certification
- Willing to work 40 hours a week (M-F 7AM-4PM)
Knowledge Requirements
- 4-year accredited degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil or Structural)
- Preferred emphasis on Structural Engineering background
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, 2D AutoCAD, and 3D structural such as Revit or Advanced Steel.
- Ability to read blueprints and drawings
- Ability to take limited input information and generate a sound engineering judgement
Skill Requirements
- Outgoing interpersonal and communication skills
- Task oriented with a drive to cross items off a to-do list
- Drive to do things better and faster
- Ability to communicate complex concepts in an easy to understand manner (both written and verbal). This includes communication to blue collar workers up though upper management
- Good time management
- A drive and urgency in attitude and mannerisms
- Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form
- Attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy
- Must be reliable with a strong work ethic
- Ability to work efficiently both individually and as a part of a team
- Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities as well as dependable work ethic
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000