TASSCO · 5 days ago
Senior Design Engineer | Custom Steel Bulk Material Handling Design | Relo Assistance
Birmingham, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expTASSCO is a leading distributor and fabricator of high-quality, wear-resistant products and services. As a Senior Design Engineer, you will lead the design and execution of custom-engineered bulk material handling systems, ensuring system reliability and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with various teams.
IndustrialManufacturingWholesale
Responsibilities
Lead engineering design of custom bulk material handling systems including transfer chutes, towers, supports, and liners
Apply DEM software and simulation data to enhance material flow and reduce wear
Create detailed design packages including 3D models, BOMs, stress calculations, and manufacturing notes
Specify structural reinforcements, wear-resistant materials, and overlay/fabrication techniques
Interface with CNC, plasma cutting, forming, and welding processes to ensure manufacturability
Coordinate closely with sales, estimating, shop, and field service teams throughout the design cycle
Review customer bid packages and translate specifications into actionable engineering plans
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical oversight on drafting, design standards, and QA processes
Deliver complete design proposals including scope definition, system layout, and budget analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required
8–10 years of engineering experience in mechanical or structural design, ideally within custom steel fabrication or heavy industrial systems
Proven background designing bulk material handling systems or other engineered-to-order capital equipment
Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD Inventor and 3D modeling
Hands-on experience with discrete element modeling (DEM) software for flow simulation
Strong knowledge of welding and fabrication techniques (e.g., overlay, hard-facing), CNC processes, and manufacturing constraints
Experience applying AWS, AISC, and OSHA standards to structural and welded assemblies
Familiarity with ERP systems and project tracking tools
System-level problem solving: Practical, optimized designs tailored for abrasive, high-wear environments
Project ownership: Able to manage design timelines, quality standards, and technical deliverables independently
Communication and collaboration: Effective at coordinating across departments and presenting technical ideas clearly
Initiative and learning agility: Stays current on tools, standards, and methods to drive technical excellence
Contract review: Ability to interpret technical requirements in customer documents and assess feasibility
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license is a strong plus but not required
Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
401(K) with company match
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, plus eight(8) paid company holidays
Company
TASSCO
TASSCO (Total Alloy Steel Service Company) is a leading distributor and fabricator of quality wear-resistant steel products and services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase