Memphis, TN(Service Center)
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PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.
MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.
NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest networks of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across North America working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.
CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.
Job Summary: A Research & Development Engineer at Barnhart is a highly technical team player that works to design & produce industry leading gear for the heavy lift & heavy transport industry. Based out of our Service Center in Memphis, TN, a R&D Engineer will collaborate with co-workers across the company to determine the best combination of functionality, safety, efficiency and value as they relate to the equipment we design and build to perform our type of work. The R&D Engineer gets to use learned skills and acquired experience to solve problems and create tools that will be used for years to come. The position also provides the unique opportunity to see projects from concept to completion. Primary responsibilities include:
- Create and develop innovative engineered equipment for heavy lift and transport projects across North America. Focal points for Research & Development during the life cycle of a project include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Idea Phase. At Barnhart, we are continuous looking for ways to Improve and grow to be the best in our industry. Many ideas will come from field personnel, project managers, sales personnel, Senior Leadership, operators, etc. It’s the job of the R&D team to research the viability of the ideas and determine if the ideas should be pursued.
- Concept Phase. Gather information and begin to establish design parameters. Preliminary CAD Models and calculations may need to be created along with an initial cost estimate for the project.
- Development Phase. The concept is developed into a workable solution with detailed calculations to validate the agreed upon design parameters and assumptions. CAD models are finalized, and Fabrication drawings are created and reviewed during this phase.
- Production Phase. The R&D Engineer will be directly involved and stay in close communication with the Fabrication Services Department while the gear is being built. Load Testing is often performed on specialty rigging tools at the direction of the R&D Engineer.
- Implementation Phase. Detailed specification sheets, operation & maintenance manuals, automation calculators and other various support files & documents are finalized during implementation. The R&D Engineer may be present during the initial field use of the gear to capture lessons learned and incorporate improvements into revisions of the design.
- Obtain working knowledge of existing Barnhart heavy lift and specialty rigging equipment in order to provide solutions to customer needs.
- Function as field technical liaison for critical lifts – includes risk management functions and safety evaluations of projects.
- Troubleshoot problems with equipment and provide support for solutions and repairs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Civil with Structural emphasis, Mechanical, or Engineering Technology) from ABET accredited institution (3.0 GPA Minimum)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Video conferencing platform - Cisco Webex, Zoom, Microsoft Teams
- Exposure to Engineering Design Codes (ASME B30 Series, IBC, AISC, AWS, ASCE 7, etc.)
- Exposure to the following engineering software packages or similar:
- CAD – AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor
- Structural Analysis - RISA 3D
- Calculations - MathCAD
- Finite Element Analysis – Ansys Mechanical
- High Mechanical aptitude.
- Strong Communication Skills – both oral and written. Public speaking experience is preferred.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems and quickly determine corrective actions.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
- EIT Certification Preferred.
Compensation Package: $75K+/year
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