Principal Engineer
CurrentRequired to be cognizant of ASME, AISC, OSHA, NFPA(NEC), SAIA, ITSDF, etc. standards as applicable to lifting and handling equipment, the hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and electrical equipment used in lifting and handling with specific responsibility for all cranes, forklifts and personnel lifts. Responsibilities include resolution of technical problems, recommending design changes, vendor liaison and input of procedures and technical support to department repair and test personnel in order to support production operations. Required to initiate and coordinate any studies to improve equipment, operating methods, expand existing hardware utilization and development of any new hardware required. Mentoring of entry-level engineers. Advising senior management on lifting equipment policies and procedures.