National Engineers Week at CraneWerks

February 22 is the start of National Engineers Week

Our engineers deliver craftsmanship every day. We say, “work smart, work hard, and take pride in every detail.” They’re the ones turning that promise into custom, real-world solutions for our dealers and their customers.

Founded in 1951 and observed around former President George Washington’s birthday, often recognized as America’s first engineer, National Engineers Week punctuates the impact engineers have on our country and inspires the next generation to explore STEM careers.

Behind the scenes of every successful system

Our engineers work hand‑in‑hand with dealers, sales, and our shop team to build reliable, cost‑effective crane systems.

Every day, our engineers:

  • Ensure structural integrity
  • Validate lifting fixtures
  • Size runways and components for the most economical, effective system
  • Evaluate existing buildings and design reinforcements
  • Create concept drawings that guide a job from idea to installation

Rigorous Collaboration

James Thach, one of our engineers, noted one area where clear information helps the most: “What helps me most is the weight rating… we need the weight rating to size everything correctly.” He also pointed out a small detail that can create delays when overlooked: “If there are ‘loose’ items… ship that to the customer and we will ship the welded assembly.”

Craftsmanship with purpose

Engineering at CraneWerks extends far beyond drawings and calculations. It’s about building systems with purpose, precision, and pride our dealers can confidently say, “yes” to.

James summed up the engineers’ work environment that fuels that craftsmanship:

“Being part of the CraneWerks family is an absolute blessing… There’s no dread when coming in, and I can’t wait to start work when I come in.”

That vigor shows in every project that leaves our shop.

Building the future, one crane at a time

This goes beyond designing equipment. Our engineers build reliability for our dealers, confidence for our customers, and long-lasting solutions for the United States.

James shared what sparked his passion for engineering:

“I was always curious about everything… Being an engineer not only enabled me to fix/build with my sons, but that devastating feeling of ‘not understanding’ doesn’t exist as heavy for me.”

And he highlighted what makes CraneWerks different:

“The work in brain power is shared… Yes, there’s a process, but the ‘wing it’ part is always for the customer’s benefit.”

That flexibility and ingenuity are part of what makes CraneWerks stand apart in the industry — and why we’re proud of how far we’ve come.

James said it well:

“People outside the industry might be surprised to learn that CraneWerks use to operate out of a shed… Also, CraneWerks is one of two companies in the country that manufactures ‘Telescoping Cranes’.”

A growing industry with big opportunity for engineers

With new construction happening across the country, growth in the crane industry shows no signs of slowing down.

“We’ve grown at least 15% in customer base over that last year… our growth is virtually unlimited.”

Our engineers help make that growth possible by giving dealers the confidence they need to say “yes” even on complex or custom projects.

Honoring our engineers

This National Engineers Week, we’re proud to celebrate our engineering team and engineers throughout the U.S. whose ingenuity, grit, and craftsmanship keep the American industry moving.

Here’s to working smart, building boldly, and designing a future that elevates us all.

Contact us today to learn how CraneWerks can support your next engineered crane project.

Published February 27, 2026 | Edited  February 27, 2026

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