Global Product Engineering Specialist - Crushing & Screening
About the Role
Join McLanahan as a Global Product Engineering Specialist – Crushing & Screening and play a key role in advancing the performance, reliability, and success of our crushing and screening product lines worldwide. In this role, you'll serve as a technical expert and trusted resource, partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and customers to support product development, solve real-world equipment challenges, and drive continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a subject matter expert for McLanahan's crushing and screening equipment.
- Provide technical guidance and support to engineering teams, manufacturing operations, sales teams, and customers.
- Evaluate product enhancements, design modifications, and engineering changes.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Support engineering releases and technical decision-making.
- Assist in developing, maintaining, and communicating engineering and drafting standards.
- Prepare and review technical documentation, including reports, specifications, testing procedures, and proposals.
- Create and review engineering drawings using CAD and drafting software.
- Work closely with fabrication and assembly teams to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturing processes.
- Provide hands-on support to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and aligned with production requirements.
- Travel to customer sites to inspect equipment, troubleshoot issues, evaluate performance, and recommend solutions.
- Provide technical support related to product applications, operational improvements, and equipment optimization.
- Help customers achieve safe, reliable, and efficient operation of their equipment.
- Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Sales to support customer needs and business goals.
- Participate in industry events, trade shows, customer visits, and sales meetings to represent McLanahan's products and technical capabilities.
- Build strong working relationships internally and externally while demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to quality.
- Promote a safe work environment and support company safety initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field preferred.
- Seven (7) years of engineering experience.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, but not required.
- Hands-on experience with jaw crushers, cone crushers, impactors, and screening equipment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Skills & Qualifications
- Deep understanding of crushing and screening equipment and applications.
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and engineering judgment.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
- Commitment to delivering excellent customer support and building strong relationships.
- Ability to balance technical requirements, customer expectations, and business objectives.
Why You'll Enjoy This Role
This is an opportunity to directly influence the performance and evolution of industry-leading crushing and screening equipment used around the world. Your expertise will help drive product innovation, support manufacturing excellence, solve customer challenges, and strengthen McLanahan's reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality engineering solutions.
Physical Requirements
This position is primarily office-based but includes regular interaction with manufacturing operations and customer sites. The role requires periods of sitting, standing, computer work, and occasional domestic travel. Candidates must be able to use standard office equipment, review technical drawings and documentation, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.