The Mechanical Project Engineer (Distribution) position serves in multiple roles as a valuable member of the Engineering team. This position will work in many functions of project delivery including detailed design engineering, concept engineering, and project management, on site integration support, customer support, and sales consulting.
General Job Duties
- Rotate between roles depending on current project needs
- Have an excellent knowledge of the different types of conveyor systems utilized in distribution systems and how best to apply. Assist in developing concept systems and developing their respective quotes.
- Perform detailed design work laying out exact conveyor layouts, supporting best in class distribution systems. Ability to calculate cycle times and throughputs.
- Work with vendors to insure correct product selection, quality and on time delivery.
- As project manager you will follow project management principles to ensure the project is completed on time and on budget.
- Onsite integration, you will help troubleshoot system ensuring smooth flow of product and increasing rate to peak performance.
- Timely resolution of issues and customer satisfaction with Support
- Assist site installation supervisor to include material inventory, schedule tracking, and supervising subcontractors
- Develop in depth understanding of all facets of material handling and distribution to include equipment, suppliers, and applications
- Timely completion of all reports and logs to include time reports and travel expenses
- Provide Customer support for ongoing and warranty projects
- Maintain consistent positive and enthusiastic attitude
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or related degree);
- MBA or master’s degree in engineering a plus.
- 5+ years of similar experience within an Automated Material Handling environment.
- A Strong knowledge of Distribution conveyance systems.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Customer service skills.
- Excellent technical problem-solving capability (hardware, controls)
- Strong scheduling and organizational skills.
