Project Engineer

Maxim Crane Works, LP • Houston, TX

18d

About The Position

Maxim Crane Works is seeking an early-career Project Engineer to support complex lifting projects through engineering, technical design, and practical problem-solving. The role combines office-based engineering and design work with occasional field exposure, supporting projects across commercial, industrial, and private-sector environments. The Project Engineer collaborates with experienced engineers, sales professionals, field operations teams, architects, contractors, customers, and other stakeholders to develop crane layouts, lift plans, structural designs, and equipment installation plans. Limited travel is expected for site visits and observation or support of equipment installations. Work at some Texas refinery and industrial sites may require compliance with site-specific safety and access rules, including random DISA drug testing where required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 0–4 years of relevant engineering experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Foundational knowledge of structural analysis and engineering calculations.
• Basic familiarity with AISC steel construction standards and structural connection design.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and translate project requirements into practical engineering solutions.
• Willingness to learn, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and develop technical expertise.
• Ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• For assigned refinery and industrial sites in Texas, compliance with applicable site-specific safety and access requirements, including random DISA drug testing when required.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• 3D AutoCAD experience.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and plans, perform engineering calculations, and evaluate design feasibility to support safe and effective lifting operations.
• Create crane layouts, rigging details, and lift plans for commercial, industrial, and private-sector projects.
• Use AutoCAD and other drafting tools to develop 2D drawings and 3D models for crane configurations, structural components, and equipment installations.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, customers, sales professionals, and field personnel to understand project requirements and develop practical solutions.
• Prepare ground-bearing pressure calculations for crawler cranes and outrigger-supported cranes, along with other project-specific engineering analyses.
• Evaluate tower crane and hoist installation requirements, review structural considerations, and help develop equipment installation plans.
• Prepare drawings, design reports, project documentation, and technical presentations for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Help monitor project progress, visit job sites, and observe equipment installations to understand how engineering designs translate into field applications.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned based on business needs.

What This Job Offers

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