{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e89dac1fdf7a2fc3bc1ef845","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e89dac1fdf7a2fc3bc1ef845","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e89dac1fdf7a2fc3bc1ef845","title":"Mechanical Engineer","description":"Tadano, a leading manufacturer of engineered lift solutions including boom trucks and sign cranes for the construction industry, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join the Tadano team.\n\nOVERVIEW:\n\nThe Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for the design and development of mechanical systems, hydraulic systems design and electrical systems design for machine controls used on crane construction equipment.\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\n· Design and validation of new mechanical components used on boom truck, knuckle boom and industrial cranes\n\n· Ability to complete machine integration with all electronic, hydraulic and mechanical functions.\n\n· Self-motivated with a high level of initiative.\n\n· Manages time effectively and is able to organize and prioritize work assignments to ensure they are completed on time and with quality.\n\n· Strong problem solving skills; able to anticipate problem areas in advance.\n\n· Creatively work within company standards and processes to solve problems with effective use of appropriate resources.\n\n· Plan projects and monitor progress against program objectives, document designs, & perform as liaison with suppliers and other disciplines.\n\n· Setup, perform, and document tests on components and machines.\n\n· Support manufacturing with continuous improvement and problem resolution.\n\n· Work is performed in office and shop environment. In the shop, employee may be exposed to heat, cold, dust, fumes, loud noises and air born particles. Employee may need to work some weekends extended hours based on the needs of the business.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\n\nEducation:\n\n· Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering\n\n· Minimum of 10 years in the field of engineering within the crane industry\n\nExperience and skills:\n\n· Proficient in the design & development of electrical and hydraulic schematics.\n\n· Experience in the design & development of mechanical components (i.e sub-frames, turret structures, outriggers and booms)\n\n· Proficient in weldment designs, AWS D1.1 a plus.\n\n· Strong knowledge of truck chassis integration.\n\n· Proficient in standard manufacturing processes (assembling/welding)\n\n· Proficient in Finite Element Analysis (FEA)\n\n· Proficient with CAD tools such as Solidworks & Draftsite is required.\n\n· Proficient in most Microsoft Office programs.\n\n· Proficient with hydraulics.\n\n· Strong communication skills both written and verbal, presentation skills, & ability to collaborate in a team-based environment.\n\n· Effective project management skills and the ability to implement change; engaging others in the organization as necessary.\n\n· Ability to start/finish projects on their own\n\n· Ability to collaborate with a team of engineers on a project\n\n· Knowledge of Epicor ERP system (Epicor Kinetic) a plus.\n\nThe above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principle activities.\n\nAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\n\nThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.\n\nAffirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AAP/EEO) Statement\n\nTadano 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.\n\nThis policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nEducation:\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering\nMinimum of 10 years in the field of engineering within the crane industry\nExperience and skills:\nProficient in the design & development of electrical and hydraulic schematics.\nExperience in the design & development of mechanical components (i.e sub-frames, turret structures, outriggers and booms)\nProficient in weldment designs, AWS D1.1 a plus.\nStrong knowledge of truck chassis integration.\nProficient in standard manufacturing processes (assembling/welding)\nProficient in Finite Element Analysis (FEA)\nProficient with CAD tools such as Solidworks & Draftsite is required.\nProficient in most Microsoft Office programs.\nProficient with hydraulics.\nStrong communication skills both written and verbal, presentation skills, & ability to collaborate in a team-based environment.\nEffective project management skills and the ability to implement change; engaging others in the organization as necessary.\nAbility to start/finish projects on their own\nAbility to collaborate with a team of engineers on a project\nKnowledge of Epicor ERP system (Epicor Kinetic) a plus.\nThe above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principle activities.","company":"Manitex","rawCompany":"manitex","city":"Georgetown","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-26T09:13:53.813Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"49-3042.00","title":"Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines","slug":"mobile-heavy-equipment-mechanics-except-engines"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"333923","title":"Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing","slug":"overhead-traveling-crane-hoist-and-monorail-system-manufacturing"},{"code":"333922","title":"Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"conveyor-and-conveying-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mechanical Engineer","description":"Tadano, a leading manufacturer of engineered lift solutions including boom trucks and sign cranes for the construction industry, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join the Tadano team.\n\nOVERVIEW:\n\nThe Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for the design and development of mechanical systems, hydraulic systems design and electrical systems design for machine controls used on crane construction equipment.\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\n· Design and validation of new mechanical components used on boom truck, knuckle boom and industrial cranes\n\n· Ability to complete machine integration with all electronic, hydraulic and mechanical functions.\n\n· Self-motivated with a high level of initiative.\n\n· Manages time effectively and is able to organize and prioritize work assignments to ensure they are completed on time and with quality.\n\n· Strong problem solving skills; able to anticipate problem areas in advance.\n\n· Creatively work within company standards and processes to solve problems with effective use of appropriate resources.\n\n· Plan projects and monitor progress against program objectives, document designs, & perform as liaison with suppliers and other disciplines.\n\n· Setup, perform, and document tests on components and machines.\n\n· Support manufacturing with continuous improvement and problem resolution.\n\n· Work is performed in office and shop environment. 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Employee may need to work some weekends extended hours based on the needs of the business.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\n\nEducation:\n\n· Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering\n\n· Minimum of 10 years in the field of engineering within the crane industry\n\nExperience and skills:\n\n· Proficient in the design & development of electrical and hydraulic schematics.\n\n· Experience in the design & development of mechanical components (i.e sub-frames, turret structures, outriggers and booms)\n\n· Proficient in weldment designs, AWS D1.1 a plus.\n\n· Strong knowledge of truck chassis integration.\n\n· Proficient in standard manufacturing processes (assembling/welding)\n\n· Proficient in Finite Element Analysis (FEA)\n\n· Proficient with CAD tools such as Solidworks & Draftsite is required.\n\n· Proficient in most Microsoft Office programs.\n\n· Proficient with hydraulics.\n\n· Strong communication skills both written and verbal, presentation skills, & ability to collaborate in a team-based environment.\n\n· Effective project management skills and the ability to implement change; engaging others in the organization as necessary.\n\n· Ability to start/finish projects on their own\n\n· Ability to collaborate with a team of engineers on a project\n\n· Knowledge of Epicor ERP system (Epicor Kinetic) a plus.\n\nThe above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principle activities.\n\nAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\n\nThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.\n\nAffirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AAP/EEO) Statement\n\nTadano 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.\n\nThis policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nEducation:\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering\nMinimum of 10 years in the field of engineering within the crane industry\nExperience and skills:\nProficient in the design & development of electrical and hydraulic schematics.\nExperience in the design & development of mechanical components (i.e sub-frames, turret structures, outriggers and booms)\nProficient in weldment designs, AWS D1.1 a plus.\nStrong knowledge of truck chassis integration.\nProficient in standard manufacturing processes (assembling/welding)\nProficient in Finite Element Analysis (FEA)\nProficient with CAD tools such as Solidworks & Draftsite is required.\nProficient in most Microsoft Office programs.\nProficient with hydraulics.\nStrong communication skills both written and verbal, presentation skills, & ability to collaborate in a team-based environment.\nEffective project management skills and the ability to implement change; engaging others in the organization as necessary.\nAbility to start/finish projects on their own\nAbility to collaborate with a team of engineers on a project\nKnowledge of Epicor ERP system (Epicor Kinetic) a plus.\nThe above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. 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