Description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Freight Elevator Systems

Full-Time Position

Courion – St. Louis, MO

Courion is seeking a technically skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer to design and develop custom freight elevator systems and components. This role is responsible for translating customer specifications into manufacturable designs, ensuring safety code compliance, and supporting production and installation teams throughout the engineering process.

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of seven business units, including GAL Manufacturing, GAL Canada, Hollister-Whitney, Elevator Controls, Courion, Thames Valley Controls, and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies nearly all electro-mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators.

The Vantage group employs over 900 staff across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Courion, based in St. Louis, MO, specializes in durable, reliable freight elevator doors, car enclosures, and related components for modernization and new construction projects.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field required.

Experience:

• 3 years of mechanical design experience in a manufacturing or custom equipment environment preferred.
• Experience generating multi-part assembly drawings and sheet metal designs for fabrication.
• Exposure to elevator, material handling, or industrial equipment design a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, fabrication processes, and manufacturing tolerances.
• Knowledge of ASME A17.1, EN 81, or other mechanical/elevator codes preferred.
• Ability to interpret and create detailed engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Hands-on, practical approach with strong attention to detail.

Duties and Responsibilities

Engineering and Design

• Design and engineer custom freight elevator systems and components based on sales contracts and customer requirements.
• Generate submittal drawings, shop orders, and production documentation using CAD tools.
• Ensure all designs meet ASME A17.1/EN safety codes and Courion engineering standards.
• Collaborate with sales engineers to define equipment configurations, dimensions, and clearances.

Collaboration and Support

• Work closely with production staff to ensure designs are manufacturable and efficient.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and customers during production and installation.
• Conduct on-site field visits when required to assess design feasibility or troubleshoot equipment issues.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in efforts to standardize designs and improve engineering efficiency.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives through design optimization and documentation accuracy.
• Contribute to product cost reduction and quality improvement projects.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and non-elective contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition Reimbursement and additional employee benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a skilled, cross-functional team designing industry-leading freight elevator systems.

Position Details

Full time – Exempt
Customary Work Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
Location: Courion, St. Louis, Missouri

Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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