Job Description
Deliver efficient and cost-effective warehouse, industrial, and manufacturing automated material handling solutions per customer and end-users requirements. Coordinate the engineering and technical aspects of projects, including product and solution research, costing, engineering development, problem-solving, and model designing. Adapt, alter, or improve existing engineering and design models when necessary. Provide technical support to the Sales, Software, Installation, and Engineering teams.
ResponsibilitiesAdapt, alter, or improve existing engineering and design models when necessaryProvide technical support to the Sales, Software, Installation, and Engineering teamsDesign and develop automated systems and layouts that integrate material handling equipment and automated systems into a factory, industrial, or warehouse environmentDesign and/or control conveyor systems in a manufacturing, industrial, and warehouse environment that supply and support Material Handling SystemsUnderstand Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) and other material movement and handling systemsUnderstand Warehouse Management/Control Software systems and how they relate to the Automated Material Handling systemsRedesign and upgrade existing material handling systems to fulfill customer needs and requirementsSupport Sales and Engineering by visiting customer sites, collecting customer material handling data, understanding client operation flow and throughput, and data analysis for system design and layoutsDevelop Mechanical and Electrical RFQs in conjunction with the Installation, Sales, and Procurement departmentsDevelop associated project-related costs and budgets from initial stages through final quotationsPresent, review, and revise system options and pricing with/to SalesCoordinate engineering design between mechanical, electrical, and software teams in the US and JapanCollaborate with the Software and Installation teams during the development stage to ensure that material handling systems function properly and are installed per customer requirementsReview and approve drawings and functional specifications in association with material handling projects and working scopeUnderstand system schematics, including wiring diagrams, control panels, electrical and power distribution panels, UL Standards, electrical engineering codes, and safety standardsProvide site support for system run-off as required for project implementationTravel domestically and internationally for confirmation of layout, specifications, commissioning, and equipment inspection/run-offEssential SkillsExperience with mechanical, electrical, and software aspects of system integrationAbility to conduct throughput analysesProficient in AutoCAD; SolidWorks is a plusBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME), Industrial Engineering (BSIE), Manufacturing Engineering (BSMFG), or Electrical Engineering (BSEE)Ability to create, read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, blueprints, schematic diagrams, and technical drawingsStrong numerical analysis and data handling capabilities to produce data analysis and material flow calculationsAbility to leverage programming skills to resolve real-world issuesSelf-starter and self-motivated, flexible, and adaptive to project changesAbility to identify and resolve problems with a sense of urgencyPerform under pressure to meet customer deadlinesValid driver's license and good driving recordAdditional Skills & QualificationsAbility to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the publicAbility to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situationsAbility to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, furnished in written or oral form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variablesUp to 20% travel including domestic and international for confirmation of layout, specifications, and equipment inspection/run-offWork Environment
This position requires up to 20% travel, including domestic and international for confirmation of layout, specifications, and equipment inspection/run-off. The company is Japanese-owned and has a very established presence in the US. They offer a close-knit environment where team members understand deadlines and work responsibilities. The company has a diverse environment with a focus on automation and machine tools, and most employees have a tenure of over 10 years, making it a great place to grow, learn, and advance.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $75000.00
401k
Health
PTO
- will be provided
70-75k is the sweet spot- they can go 77-80k but not likely
etc....
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 25, 2024.
About Actalent
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