Distribution Lead

Lead. Innovate. Mentor. Grow.

At Crane Engineering, we’re looking for a strategic, technically skilled leader to drive unit growth, mentor a high-performing team, and deliver excellence in rotating equipment product distribution. If you’re an engineering professional with a passion for leadership and a commitment to high standards, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What You’ll Do

Lead & Develop – Mentor a team, foster collaboration, and drive performance through leadership and technical expertise.

Technical Expertise – Serve as a subject matter expert in rotating equipment, supporting customers and team members with product knowledge and application guidance.

Drive Sales & Growth – Lead efforts in unit growth, monitor KPIs, and collaborate across teams to ensure continuous improvement.

Customer-Centric Solutions – Provide expert support to customers, ensuring technical accuracy in quotes, pricing, and contractual obligations.

Strategic Collaboration – Work closely with sales, management, and warehouse teams to streamline operations and enhance customer experiences.

Training & Mentorship – Elevate the skills of those around you, offering training, guidance, and support for professional growth.

Excellence in Execution – Stay organized in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high-quality solutions and fostering a results-driven culture.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferred) or equivalent industry experience.

3+ years of leadership experience in a technical or engineering-driven environment.

Proven mentorship skills, with a track record of developing and leading teams.

Strong communication & organizational abilities, with a results-driven mindset.

Ability to navigate technical sales, customer service, and product application challenges.

A commitment to integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

We Are Winning When

Our expectations are that team members demonstrate our Core Values.

Integrity & Respect – Work with the highest ethical standards, interact openly and directly, honor our commitments and value diversity of styles, roles and perspectives.

Teamwork – Actively collaborate with others to solve problems and create opportunities. Devote ourselves to the team’s and others’ success.

Customer Focus – Make customers the starting point for everything we do. Understanding what they want and expect from us will enable us to earn their loyalty.

Excellence & Innovation – Continuously elevate our expertise and knowledge to strengthen our competitive advantage; and always look for ways to apply breakthrough ideas.

Passion & Energy – Bring passion and energy to our work so that we are “energy givers”, enabling us to own and pursue objectives in spite of obstacles and adversity.

Fun! – Enjoy what we do and have fun with each other – celebrate a job well done… “25% more fun”.

Why Join Crane Engineering?

People-First Culture – Family-oriented company where teamwork and leadership go hand-in-hand.

Professional Growth – Career advancement opportunities through our Career Tracker Program.

Competitive Benefits – 401k with generous company match, comprehensive health coverage, and paid time off.

Work-Life Balance – Flexible workplace arrangements to support your success.

Make an Impact – Be a part of a company that values excellence, innovation, and customer focus.

Join Crane Engineering and bring your leadership, engineering expertise, and passion for excellence to a team that thrives on growth and innovation.

Apply today: https://www.craneengineering.net/careers

Crane Engineering is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Crane Engineering also participates in E-Verify to verify identity and employment eligibility.