Mechanical Engineer – Portable Crane Development

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Worldwide

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to design and develop a lightweight portable crane system for remote recovery and maintenance operations. The project involves developing a compact crane with a 4-meter reach and a lifting capacity of 400 kg. The design must achieve a balance between strength, safety, portability, and minimal weight to enable transportation and rapid deployment in challenging environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for mechanical design, structural analysis, CAD modeling, material selection, prototype development, and design optimization. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in mechanical engineering, product development, and problem-solving, with knowledge of manufacturing processes and lifting equipment being an advantage. If you are passionate about developing innovative mechanical solutions and solving challenging engineering problems, we would love to hear from you.

  • Not Sure
    Hourly
  • 3-6 months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • $20.00

    -

    $40.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Autodesk Inventor
Mechanical Engineering Services
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:Less than 5
  • Interviewing:
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  • Invites sent:
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About the client
Member since Jun 22, 2026
  • Vietnam
    8:27 AM

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