Engineer, Mechanical (Charlotte, NC, US, 28273) presso Columbus McKinnon

Job Summary/Overview

The Mechanical Engineer serves as a critical link between CMCO’s commercial team and its customers, providing technical expertise and tailored solutions for complex Engineered-to-Order (ETO) applications. This role demands strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to support both internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and modify solid models using SolidWorks.
• Develop dimensional drawings for components and assemblies, adhering to industry standards.
• Generate accurate bills of materials for final assemblies.
• Support existing and new customers with products, applications, and technical issues through phone, meetings, and emails.
• Review customer requirements and specifications, ask clarifying questions, and provide quotations to satisfy customer needs.
• Deliver solutions that meet customer requirements and ensure product functionality.
• Understand and demonstrate basic knowledge of various material characteristics such as aluminum, low carbon steel, stainless steel, and bronze.
• Stay current with evolving industry standards, manufacturing techniques, and technologies.
• Calculate horsepower and demonstrate a general knowledge of electric motors, limit switches, and motor controls.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and ability to document and understand application requirements.
• Understanding of CNC machines, manual lathes, and other machining equipment.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry. 
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 
• Ability to apply the concepts of the metric system.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• SAP experience preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a four-year college or university.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.