Sr. Mechanical Engineer
Sky Climber
Scaffolding and Suspended Access Industry Experienced REQUIRED
REMOTE POSITION
Sky Climber LLC. has proven itself as a leader in the suspended access market by providing engineered suspended access and safety solutions in the commercial and industrial sectors. Learn more about us at www.skyclimber.com
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, marketing, customers) to understand design requirements and translate them into manufacturable solutions.
- Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks computer-aided design (CAD) software.
- Conduct stress, deflection, and other analyses to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and regulatory specifications.
- Develop and document detailed engineering drawings, including parts bills of materials and assembly instructions.
- Prepare and maintain product documentation, including customer cut-sheets, reference drawings, installation and operating manuals, and calculations to support equipment designs.
- Participate in the development and testing of prototypes.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
- Work closely with manufacturing to identify potential production challenges and recommend design improvements for cost reduction and manufacturability.
- Support quality staff with investigation of product/equipment for out of specification conditions, assembly/use difficulties and/or failures to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations for improvements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues related to product design and quality.
- Stay up to date on the latest advancements in mechanical engineering technologies and manufacturing processes.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Qualified candidates must possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
- Scaffolding and Suspended Access Industry Experienced REQUIRED
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a design engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience with CAD software and file management systems (SolidWorks/PDM, Creo/Windchill, etc.). SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, mechanics of materials, and machine design.
- Blueprint reading and basic GD&T knowledge.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Prior experience with manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, fabrication, assembly) is a plus.
