Design Engineer (Material Handling Equipment)

About NPSG Global’s Automation Team

The Design Engineer is responsible for designing MHE integration layouts and for e-fulfillment and distribution warehousing solutions.

This role is further responsible for requesting and reviewing vendor RFPs, creating Bills of Materials (BOMs), and accurately capturing, through CAD drawings, the current state of the warehouse or distribution center to allow for NPSG customers to plan the space layout and make any necessary renovations.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with reviewing drawings, conducting takeoffs, and supporting the design of MHE systems in the material handling industry.

The Design Engineer position is a hands-on job requiring excellent technical, organizational, and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity for substantial career development, reports to the Director of Engineering Solutions, and will work closely with Sales, Project Management, and Purchasing.

Preference is for the role to be based in the Atlanta area, but other locations may be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform research and analysis of customer design layouts, specifications, design criteria, and other data to execute the engineering content of Material Handling projects

Attend conference calls and on-site meetings with clients, as directed

Prepare material requisitions defining the mechanical, structural, and electrical components to be purchased

Technical liaison with customer, subcontractors, suppliers, and field, for all technical aspects of assigned projects including : Mechanical, Structural, system layout and functionality, code, specification compliance, equipment selections and constructability

Review the layout and detailed design of sub-systems and sub-assemblies for accuracy, completeness, economics, specifications and code compliance, safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Oversee the projects' engineering activities through the design, procurement, fabrication, and field installation

Coordinate the technical aspects of projects with the Project Manager, Subcontractors, Suppliers, Customer, Fabricators and Field

Develop and maintain the Engineering portion of the project schedule

Create or modify drawings and documentation

Coordinate between Fabrication, Engineering, and Field to ensure that design is interpreted / implemented correctly, and design drawings are updated to incorporate changes

Receive and respond to supplier and field installation RFI's

Procure and prepare training documents and operation / maintenance manuals

Coordinate engineering data : as-builts, calculations, etc. for job closure

Requirements :

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or related field

5+ years of hands-on experience in the material handling industry

Experience in CAD design programs such as AutoCAD, Inventor and Solidworks

A strong ability to review, analyze, interpret, and develop technical drawings, schematics, 3D models

Knowledge of Material Handling equipment selections, including racking and conveyor design, applicable guidelines, codes, and regulations

Basic understanding of related mechanical, structural and electrical systems

Knowledge of drafting, dimensioning, and document standard requirements

Excellent time management skills, attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to plan, manage, and control all phases of engineering

Professional, positive, and energetic attitude

Ability to travel domestically, as required

Ability to listen for opportunities as well as navigating potential technical hurdles

Commitment Required :

Ability to set and meet goals, sincere care for others and an overwhelming desire to win and to be part of a winning team.

NPSG Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.