Mechanical Engineer - Material Handling Industry

About the Role:

In this position, you will play a key role in the design and execution of material handling systems within distribution and fulfillment environments. You’ll be responsible for developing detailed engineering documentation, including drawings, calculations, and specifications, that guide project stakeholders such as customers, vendors, and installation teams. This role combines technical problem-solving with cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that systems meet customer requirements, comply with standards, and are delivered efficiently. You’ll work closely with project teams and occasionally support in-person design or field activities to verify and refine solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and apply customer specifications to system design.
• Review architectural and other drawings to check for interferences and ensure clearance requirements are met.
• Participate in engineering meetings with customers and suppliers; may lead technical discussions during these sessions.
• Produce detailed mechanical installation drawings and bills of material for purchasing equipment.
• Create point load drawings and verify calculations such as horsepower and throughput.
• Review vendor equipment drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance during detailed design to align with industry standards.
• Compile installation details, including supplier drawings and manuals, for field teams.
• Travel to job sites to verify field conditions as needed.
• Maintain project CAD files and create as-built documentation.
• Occasionally design custom parts or platforms required for material handling systems.
• Report project drawing status to the project engineer and support schedule adherence.
• Contribute to other engineering tasks as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering/CAD).
• 4–6 years of relevant project experience in distribution and fulfillment environments.
• 4+ years of material handling equipment (MHE) execution design experience.
• Strong knowledge of drafting and design standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively both independently and in team environments.