Electrical Crane Engineer – (Crane Design Experience Required)

Electrical Crane Engineer
Location: Ashland, VA
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview
Seeking an Electrical Engineer responsible for the design, development, installation, and support of electrical and control systems for overhead crane and lifting equipment. The role focuses on electrical system design, automation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and compliance with industry crane and electrical standards.

Responsibilities
• Design electrical systems for overhead cranes including bridge cranes, gantry cranes, monorails, and workstation cranes
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD tools
• Select and specify variable frequency drives (VFDs), conductor bars, festoon systems, limit switches, and safety devices
• Perform load calculations, power sizing, and control logic design for hoist, trolley, and bridge motion systems
• Support installation and commissioning of new crane systems and modernization/retrofit projects
• Configure and test VFDs, soft starters, relays, and HMI interfaces
• Diagnose electrical issues in crane control systems including motors, control panels, limit devices, and communication networks
• Ensure electrical designs and installations comply with applicable safety standards and codes
• Conduct risk assessments, safety inspections, and maintain technical documentation
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, technicians, and maintenance teams to improve reliability and operational performance

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–7+ years of experience supporting overhead crane electrical systems
• Experience with overhead crane classifications (CMAA)
• Strong understanding of motor control systems for hoist, trolley, and bridge motion
• Experience with VFDs, soft starters, and motor protection systems
• Ability to read, create, and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Familiarity with conductor bar systems, festoon systems, pendant controls, radio remote controls, and collision avoidance systems

Preferred Skills
• Experience with custom crane design or modernization/retrofit projects
• Knowledge of load monitoring systems, sway control, and crane automation
• Familiarity with applicable crane and electrical standards including:
• CMAA 70 / CMAA 74
• NFPA 70 (NEC)
• ASME B30 series

Job Disclaimer:
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Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $45.63 - $54.96 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person