Engineering Associate

This range is provided by Alum-a-Lift. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$50,000.00/yr - $55,000.00/yr

Alum-a-Lift designs and manufactures turnkey ergonomic lifting solutions for companies around the world. From single custom units to multiple devices to entire lifting systems, our proven solutions help manufacturers meet their material handling needs safely and efficiently.

The Engineering Associate provides critical support to Project Engineers and the broader engineering team, contributing to the design, documentation, and execution of engineering projects. This role is ideal for technically skilled individuals who thrive in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment and are eager to learn and grow within an engineering organization. This is an onsite role in Winston, GA, we will not accept applicants that are unable to work onsite.

• Assist Project Engineers with the preparation of CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation for custom ergonomic lifting equipment and related projects.
• Create and revise 2D and 3D CAD drawings under the direction of Project Engineers.
• Produce documents and labels as required for custom projects and assist in maintaining internal project files and documentation.

• Provide support during machining, fabrication, and assembly, troubleshooting design or production issues as needed.
• Participate in tolerance and stack-up analysis, conducting and comparing measurements as needed for non-conforming parts and assemblies.
• Support final inspections, helping to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements, and documenting results.

• Assist with marketing photos and videos as directed by Engineering personnel.
• Conduct pre-shipment walk-around videos to capture the details of each unit’s condition prior to shipment.

• This position reports to the Alum-a-Lift Engineering Manager and is a member of Alum-a-Lift’s engineering group.
• Engineering Associates often receive direction from and collaborate with Project Engineers, Senior Project Engineers, and the Principal Engineer.
• Engineering Associates interact with assembly technicians, machinists, and marketing personnel as required to support and expedite production activities.

• Interest in and basic understanding of mechanical designs
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• ≥1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• 1-3 years of experience using Solid Works in a professional environment
• 1-3 years of experience using AutoCAD/Draft Sight in a professional environment
• Experience working in quality control and/or compliance

• A.S. or B.S. in a relevant engineering discipline (mechanical preferred)
• Experience using Solid Works (or similar) for 3D modelling and drawings
• Experience using AutoCAD, Draft Sight, or similar 2D CAD software
• Experience participating in successful technical/professional projects

• Innovative Culture:
  Be part of a team that thrives on creativity and innovation.
• Global Impact:
  Work with a company that is a world leader in vacuum transport solutions.
• Global Presence:
  Piab has 25+ sales offices and over 900 partners worldwide, ensuring a vast network and global reach
• Sustainable Vision:
  Contribute to an automated world, promoting safety and efficiency.
• Professional Growth:
  Access opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaboration:
  
  Join a workplace that values collaboration and a wide range of perspectives.
• Stable employer:
  As part of Patricia Industries and connected to the Wallenberg family, Piab benefits from strong support and a commitment to long-term growth and sustainability.

• Walking or standing for long periods of time 4-6 hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

• Travel is not required for this role

• Permanent