Mechanical Engineer
Job Description
- Design and develop mechanical components and systems for cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment
- Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using CAD tools
- Perform engineering calculations related to structural integrity, load handling, and mechanical performance
- Collaborate with manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and project teams to support product builds and installations
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and root cause analysis for mechanical issues
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, safety, and cost reduction
- Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards and regulations (OSHA, CMAA, FEM, ISO, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Senior-level mechanical design experience in industrial equipment, heavy machinery, or capital equipment
- Strong CAD experience (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
- Experience with structural components, power transmission, welded assemblies, or rotating equipment
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a manufacturing and project-based environment
- Comfortable operating as a senior individual contributor with ownership of design deliverables
- Work on highly engineered, real-world industrial equipment used globally
- Strong exposure to safety-critical and high-load mechanical systems
- Stable, well-established global organization with long-term career paths
- Hands-on engineering role with direct manufacturing and field impact
Meet Your Recruiter
Erik Butzen
Technical Recruiter
Erik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.
Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.
As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.
One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties.