Patented Track Design & Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Overhead Crane Design & Project Manager specializing in patented track systems, overhead monorails, and custom industrial lifting equipment. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience designing and managing overhead crane, monorail, or industrial material handling systems, with proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and/or SolidWorks. Strong technical design capabilities, mechanical aptitude, and experience coordinating fabrication, installation, and customer projects are essential.

This position combines hands-on mechanical drafting and design with comprehensive project management responsibilities. The selected individual will oversee custom-engineered crane and hoist systems from initial concept and layout through engineering, purchasing, fabrication, installation, and final commissioning.

Join a growing, privately owned overhead crane company with experienced industry leadership and a strong pipeline of specialized aerospace manufacturing projects. This is an opportunity to take ownership of technically challenging projects, work directly with customers, and contribute to the growth of an organization that values technical expertise, autonomy, and efficient decision-making. The position offers nationwide remote flexibility, occasional travel to customer facilities, and relocation opportunities to Greenville, South Carolina.

Requirements & Skills

• 5+ years of experience in overhead crane and hoist systems, mechanical drafting, equipment design, project engineering, or related industrial manufacturing environments.

• Patented track design and layout experience highly preferred, including overhead monorails, underhung cranes, and specialized material handling systems.

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and/or SolidWorks, with the ability to develop accurate mechanical layouts, assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, and detailed shop drawings.

• Experience managing industrial equipment projects from initial design and engineering through fabrication, installation, and commissioning.

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, structural steel components, welded assemblies, fabrication processes, and equipment installation.

• Ability to develop and interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical specifications, and detailed manufacturing documentation.

• Knowledge of structural calculations, load requirements, and equipment design considerations.

• Familiarity with AWS D1.1 welding standards, CMAA 74, ASME B30.11/B30.17, and applicable crane and hoist industry standards.

• Experience coordinating vendors, subcontractors, fabrication teams, installation crews, and customer stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage project schedules, budgets, purchasing, documentation, and multiple priorities.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer relationship management skills.

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment with occasional travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom patented track, overhead crane, monorail, and material handling system layouts based on customer specifications and facility requirements.

• Produce detailed mechanical drawings using AutoCAD 2D and/or SolidWorks, including general arrangements, assembly drawings, shop drawings, and individual component drawings.

• Prepare and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), equipment specifications, and fabrication documentation.

• Perform applicable design calculations and coordinate engineering reviews and approvals with internal engineering resources.

• Incorporate standardized welding symbols, fabrication details, and applicable industry requirements into technical drawings.

• Manage assigned projects from initial concept and design through purchasing, manufacturing, installation, and final commissioning.

• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, material procurement, subcontractors, and customer deliverables.

• Work directly with customers to understand application requirements, resolve technical challenges, and communicate project progress.

• Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and installation teams to ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable, and practical to install.

• Oversee subcontracted installation activities and coordinate resolution of field-related design or installation issues.

• Manage project changes, drawing revisions, change orders, and closeout documentation.

• Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements to equipment performance, manufacturability, and installation efficiency.

• Ensure completed systems meet customer specifications, approved designs, and applicable quality and safety requirements.

Perceptive Recruiting, LLC, headquartered in Greenville, SC, has 27+ years of technology recruitment experience. We build relationships with our clients so we can find you the right cultural and technical fit for your next role. We provide guidance every step of the interview process to give you the best chance of success. Looking for your next opportunity? Connect with us today! Perceptive Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer.