Columbus McKinnon Jobs Hiring Now
Columbus McKinnon is hiring for 24 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in manufacturing operations and electrical engineering. Migrate Mate updates Columbus McKinnon's live openings daily. Columbus McKinnon is a manufacturing company that designs and produces material handling equipment, including hoists, rigging, and motion control products used in industrial and commercial settings.
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Columbus McKinnon hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 24
- Top team
- Manufacturing Operations
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Hartland
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Job Summary/Overview
The Software Engineer designs and develops embedded software structures for use with new and existing products to include accurate functional design, planning, application, installation, operation, and maintenance. Supplies technical expertise in new methods and approaches to practical software engineering and product problems that ensure quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Modify existing software for new and existing applications.
- Perform software design activities to include wireless data interfaces, electrical circuits, etc., working with customers to meet their specifications/requirements and to ensure the meeting of engineering standards.
- Design software structures and control algorithms for company products and systems. Prepare proposals for new products for customer specific applications.
- Supply technical expertise and direction to ensure the meeting of customer requirements.
- Travel to customer sites for start-up of new products, supplying technical expertise (rare to never: <1%)
- Respond to internal and external customer requests for technical information regarding company products and their application. Act as a technical resource to address and resolve inquiries or technical applications to ensure customer requirements are met.
- Evaluate competitor products to determine technological advantages or concepts that can be applied to the organization's products.
- Solve practical engineering problems and improve or develop new methods/approaches to product application, problems and solutions to ensure quality, efficeny, and cost effectiveness; in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Develop engineering manuals, standards, and methods for the department to include functional descriptions, sequence or operations, schematics, drawings, logic diagrams, supporting information on components, spare part recommendations, installation instructions, etc.
- Participate on cross functional teams to ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
- Maintain technical competency and remain current in technology and changes in the industry.
- Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
- Follow and comply with all safety and work rules regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities
- Requires mathematical competency and computer proficiency on MS Office, engineering, and other job-related software.
- Requires the ability to operate a variety of electronic testing devices and small hand and power tools.
- Requires the ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as a computer and the job-related software, a keyboard, calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier, etc.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or Computer Science or related field.
- 2 years’ experience with embedded software programming
- 2 years’ experience with Industrial Controls and/or Material Handling products, simulation and systems are preferred.
- Possess strong technical skills and the ability to be flexible and prioritize multiple projects concurrently.
Job Summary/Overview
The Software Engineer designs and develops embedded software structures for use with new and existing products to include accurate functional design, planning, application, installation, operation, and maintenance. Supplies technical expertise in new methods and approaches to practical software engineering and product problems that ensure quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Modify existing software for new and existing applications.
- Perform software design activities to include wireless data interfaces, electrical circuits, etc., working with customers to meet their specifications/requirements and to ensure the meeting of engineering standards.
- Design software structures and control algorithms for company products and systems. Prepare proposals for new products for customer specific applications.
- Supply technical expertise and direction to ensure the meeting of customer requirements.
- Travel to customer sites for start-up of new products, supplying technical expertise (rare to never: <1%)
- Respond to internal and external customer requests for technical information regarding company products and their application. Act as a technical resource to address and resolve inquiries or technical applications to ensure customer requirements are met.
- Evaluate competitor products to determine technological advantages or concepts that can be applied to the organization's products.
- Solve practical engineering problems and improve or develop new methods/approaches to product application, problems and solutions to ensure quality, efficeny, and cost effectiveness; in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Develop engineering manuals, standards, and methods for the department to include functional descriptions, sequence or operations, schematics, drawings, logic diagrams, supporting information on components, spare part recommendations, installation instructions, etc.
- Participate on cross functional teams to ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
- Maintain technical competency and remain current in technology and changes in the industry.
- Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
- Follow and comply with all safety and work rules regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities
- Requires mathematical competency and computer proficiency on MS Office, engineering, and other job-related software.
- Requires the ability to operate a variety of electronic testing devices and small hand and power tools.
- Requires the ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as a computer and the job-related software, a keyboard, calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier, etc.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or Computer Science or related field.
- 2 years’ experience with embedded software programming
- 2 years’ experience with Industrial Controls and/or Material Handling products, simulation and systems are preferred.
- Possess strong technical skills and the ability to be flexible and prioritize multiple projects concurrently.
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Working at Columbus McKinnon
Columbus McKinnon's 24 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are manufacturing operations, electrical engineering, and maintenance & repair. Columbus McKinnon manufactures material handling and lifting equipment for industrial applications, with roles spanning production, engineering, field service, and product management. The company's open positions reflect a mix of hands-on technical work, embedded software development, and business operations. Most Columbus McKinnon roles are based in Hartland, with some in Menomonee Falls and Charlotte.
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How many jobs is Columbus McKinnon hiring for right now?
Columbus McKinnon is hiring for 24 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in manufacturing operations and electrical engineering. Roles range from production and field service technicians to engineers and project managers, covering both hands-on manufacturing positions and professional functions.
What kinds of roles does Columbus McKinnon hire for?
The most active teams are manufacturing operations, electrical engineering, and maintenance & repair. Columbus McKinnon's open positions span production supervision, controls and electrical engineering, embedded software development, CNC operations, field service, and product and project management. Business operations roles such as systems analysis and executive support also appear regularly. Most postings are across all levels.
Are Columbus McKinnon jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Columbus McKinnon's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Hartland. Each Columbus McKinnon listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Columbus McKinnon?
Find a Columbus McKinnon role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to Columbus McKinnon's own careers site to submit your application. Columbus McKinnon manages its own hiring process, including application review, interviews, and offers, directly.
Does Columbus McKinnon hire entry-level?
Most of Columbus McKinnon's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual Columbus McKinnon listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Columbus McKinnon hiring?
Most Columbus McKinnon roles are based in Hartland, with some in Menomonee Falls and Charlotte, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.