Job Description

NOW HIRING: ELECTRICAL ENGINEER III (SENIOR INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER)

Monday–Friday | 8:00AM–4:30PM | On-site in Douglassville, PA

Looking for complex electrical challenges, real engineering ownership, and work that actually ships? American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is seeking a Senior Industrial Electrical Engineer (Electrical Engineer III) to join our Engineering team. This role is designed for a highly experienced individual contributor who thrives on solving complex industrial electrical problems and wants their expertise trusted—not diluted by layers of bureaucracy. You’ll work on custom crane, hoist, and control systems used in mission-critical industrial, nuclear, and heavy manufacturing applications where safety, reliability, and sound engineering judgment matter.

Job Title: Electrical Engineer III – Senior Industrial Electrical Engineer

Department: Engineering (Electrical)

Location: 531 Old Swede Road – Douglassville, PA 19518

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00AM–4:30PM | Full-time hours on-site

Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience, skills, education, and market data

Why Join American Crane? (Check us out on YouTube here)

• True Senior IC Role – Own designs, decisions, and outcomes without being pushed into people management
• Challenging, Real-World Work – Custom industrial systems, not cookie-cutter designs
• Engineering Respect – Technical judgment and experience drive decisions
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration – Work closely with Mechanical, Structural, Manufacturing, and Field Service teams
• Stability & Longevity – Long-tenured engineering team and low turnover

What You’ll Do

Advanced Electrical Design & Engineering

• Design, develop, and support industrial electrical and control systems for cranes and hoists
• Create and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and bills of material
• Apply electrical engineering principles to power distribution, motor control, and industrial automation systems

Problem Solving & Technical Responsibility

• Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues during design, manufacturing, testing, and field support
• Serve as a technical authority on electrical design decisions and trade-offs
• Support manufacturing and field service teams with technical guidance and solutions

Codes, Standards & Quality

• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards such as NFPA, NEC, UL 508A, and ASME
• Support quality documentation, design reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Review work produced by other engineers for accuracy, compliance, and sound engineering practice

Technical Leadership (Non-Supervisory)

• Mentor Electrical Engineer I & II team members through technical guidance and design reviews
• Share best practices and lessons learned to raise overall engineering quality
• Provide realistic technical input to support project planning and execution

What We’re Looking For

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program (required)
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (a plus, not required)

Skills, Experience & Attributes

• 7+ years of industrial electrical engineering experience
• Strong background in power distribution, motor control, and industrial control systems
• Proven experience producing and reviewing electrical schematics and panel designs
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (NFPA, NEC, UL 508A, ASME)
• Hands-on troubleshooting mindset with strong practical judgment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering documentation tools
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to engineers, technicians, and manufacturing teams
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and engineering ethics
• Alignment with ACECO values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing

Licensure

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required

REQUIREMENTS

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Ability to verify identity and employment authorization (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws (including 10 C.F.R. Part 810, EAR, and/or ITAR), where applicable
• Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen in accordance with company policy and randomized drug screens during employment
• Ability to meet the posted work schedule and work required hours
• Ability to maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Willingness to wear appropriate PPE when in shop or manufacturing areas
• Willingness to complete required safety and compliance training
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

• Ability to work full-time, on-site Monday–Friday, 8:00AM–4:30PM
• Certain projects may require the ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities in compliance with NRC regulations (10 C.F.R. Parts 26 & 73)
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments while following all safety requirements

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based engineering role
• Regular collaboration with manufacturing and field service teams
• Occasional exposure to shop environments, electrical equipment, and industrial conditions
• Required use of PPE when in manufacturing or testing areas

What's In It For You?

At American Crane & Equipment Corporation, we invest in people who want to do meaningful work, grow their skills, and build a long-term career.

The Foundation

• Competitive salary based on experience, technical expertise, education, and market data

• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available day one

• Generous paid time off with rollover each year

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• 10 paid company-observed holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and advanced technical development opportunities

Role-Specific Highlights – Electrical Engineer III

• Senior Technical Ownership – Lead electrical design decisions for complex crane, hoist, and control systems

• Real-World Engineering Impact – See your designs built, tested, and deployed in industrial, nuclear, and mission-critical environments

• Hands-On Problem Solving – Work directly with manufacturing, service, and field teams to solve real operational challenges

• No Forced Management Track – Remain a high-level individual contributor while influencing standards, designs, and best practices

• Advanced Controls Exposure – Engage with PLCs, VFDs, motor controls, and high-voltage industrial systems

• Stable, On-Site Schedule – Consistent first-shift hours with direct access to the shop floor and test environments

• Mentorship by Influence – Guide and support junior engineers through technical leadership, not formal people management

How to Apply:

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com)

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.

This position requires:

The pay for this position is dependent on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts to our benefits-eligible employees. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid time off, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.