Job Summary
Big Game Steel is seeking a detail-oriented and solutions-driven Product & Project Engineer to support new product development, industrial mezzanine projects, and technical sales applications. This role combines hands-on product design with project coordination, working closely with customers, sales teams, manufacturing partners, and external engineers to develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background, experience with CAD software, and an understanding of industrial fabrication and material-handling equipment. This position offers the opportunity to influence product innovation, improve existing designs, and support projects from initial concept through manufacturing and installation.
Key Responsibilities
Product Design & Development
- Design and develop industrial storage and material-handling products to expand Big Game Steel's product offerings.
- Create 3D models, manufacturing drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
- Improve existing products through design enhancements, standardization, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Collaborate with manufacturing partners to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and cost-effective to produce.
- Support prototyping, product testing, and design revisions before launch.
Mezzanine Engineering & Project Coordination
- Serve as the primary technical contact for industrial mezzanine projects, from initial planning through manufacturing and installation coordination.
- Partner with customers and sales teams to gather project specifications, including site dimensions, equipment layouts, load requirements, and operational needs.
- Develop preliminary layouts, drawings, and technical documentation to support quoting, feasibility reviews, and project approvals.
- Coordinate with external licensed structural engineers to obtain structural calculations, stamped drawings, and required approvals.
- Review technical documentation, resolve design questions, and coordinate revisions with customers, vendors, and manufacturing partners.
- Track project milestones and ensure engineering requirements are communicated throughout execution.
Technical Sales & Application Support
- Partner with sales teams to evaluate customer needs and recommend appropriate product configurations or custom solutions.
- Provide technical guidance on product specifications, load capacities, equipment layouts, and integration requirements.
- Develop preliminary concepts and technical documentation to support accurate customer quotes.
- Identify customer challenges and market opportunities that may lead to new product development.
Manufacturing & Vendor Collaboration
- Work with third-party manufacturers to review designs, confirm manufacturability, and resolve technical challenges.
- Evaluate materials, fabrication processes, and design alternatives to improve quality, efficiency, and cost.
- Maintain accurate engineering drawings, product specifications, bills of materials, and revision records.
- Coordinate with manufacturing, vendor, and installation partners to address technical questions and support successful project completion.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Experience creating technical drawings, 3D models, bills of materials (BOMs), and manufacturing documentation.
- Working knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, fabrication processes, and manufacturing methods.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements.
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to accuracy and detail.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with customers, sales teams, vendors, and manufacturing partners.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard business software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with industrial storage systems, material-handling equipment, mezzanines, or structural steel products.
- Familiarity with steel fabrication, welding, sheet metal, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience coordinating projects involving external engineering firms, manufacturers, or installation contractors.
- Knowledge of structural design concepts, load requirements, and industrial equipment layouts.
- Experience supporting technical sales, product development, or custom-engineered solutions.
- Familiarity with product costing, design optimization, and manufacturing cost reduction initiatives.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work is primarily performed in an office or computer-based environment, with occasional visits to manufacturing facilities, customer sites, or installation locations.
- May require standing, walking, bending, reaching, and navigating industrial or manufacturing environments.
- Must be able to use computers and engineering software for extended periods.
- Occasional travel may be required for project meetings, site evaluations, or coordination with manufacturing partners.
- Must follow applicable Company and site-specific safety procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment.
The Company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Big Game Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities throughout the hiring process and employment relationship.
Employment Requirements
Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include background checks and other job-related assessments, consistent with applicable law.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and complete required employment eligibility verification.
Additional Information
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Job responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs.
Nothing in this job posting constitutes a contract or guarantee of employment for any specific duration. Employment is at-will, subject to applicable law.
On Point Holdings is a values-driven management firm guiding five specialized businesses united by purpose and performance. Our portfolio includes On Point Solutions (metal fabrication equipment), DNE Laser USA (laser cutting systems), OpEx Service (machine tool service), and Big Game Steel (sheet metal storage systems). We invest in excellence, lead with integrity, and empower our teams to create impact across industries.