Project Engineer

Maxim Crane Works, LP • Houston, TX

26d

About The Position

The Project Engineer (PE) works with our team of other Engineers, Sales, and
field staff to support Maxim’s fleet of rental equipment. The PE will assess
project lifting requirements and develop accurate technical drawings and
supporting documentation for equipment installations and lift plans. The PE’s
responsibilities include the gathering information needed to produce detailed
drawings and specifications, calculate crane and rigging requirements, as well
as evaluate the feasibility and details for effective tower crane and hoist
installations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or other related engineering degree.
• 0 to 4 years of previous relevant engineering experience.
• Moderate level knowledge of applied geometry and statics.
• Advanced level organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced level presentation and documentation preparation skills.
• Moderate level ACAD skills - 3D ACAD skills are preferred.
• Basic to moderate level knowledge of AISC Steel Construction Code and connection design.
• Basic to moderate level knowledge of structural analysis techniques.

Nice To Haves

• EIT Certificate is preferred.
• 3D ACAD skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews project drawings and plans to verify designs, perform calculations, and use modeling methods to ensure correct results.
• Develops crane layout and rigging details for crane lifts in private, commercial, and industrial settings.
• Liaises with Architects, Engineers, contractors, and Maxim team members to gather product information and to establish the job requirements for the project.
• Creates and presents structural overviews for upcoming projects and develops reports that include technical details for engineers as well as big-picture analysis.
• Uses AutoCAD and other drafting software programs to create 2D design documents and 3D models for individual components and overall structural plans according to client needs and project requirements for deliverables.
• Prepares documentation for customers covering project plans and progress, and other relevant information.
• Prepares drawings and design reports.
• Prepares ground bearing pressure calculations for track mounted and outrigger-based cranes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level