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Mechanical Project Engineer – Lifecycle Performance Services
ABOUT LPS PROJECTS GROUP:
The Lifecycle Performance Services Projects department, established in 2018, manages the implementation of projects under the Lifecycle Performance Services (LPS) division. Our focus is on improving the efficiency of our clients' sortation and distribution centers through optimizations, additions, retrofits, and upgrades. We have expertise in various equipment including automated sorters, singulators, gappers, extendable conveyors, and transport conveyors. Our projects range from small equipment replacements to full subsystem installations. We serve a diverse range of companies in the logistics and warehouse distribution/fulfillment industries.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Mechanical Project Engineer is an integral member of a multidisciplinary project team responsible for the timely completion of conveyor upgrades and system integration projects. In collaboration with project managers, electrical and controls engineers, installation teams, permit specialists, and other support roles, they play a key role in ensuring the success of the project.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Managing the engineering schedule
- Developing conceptual system designs
- Creating equipment manifests
- Selecting specific equipment and materials
- Procuring materials through the creation of requisitions and securing bids
- Organizing, creating, and reviewing installation drawings
- Providing engineering support on-site or over the phone
- Ensuring the completeness of all mechanical project documentation
- Adhering to customer and governing agency specifications
- Leading and managing a team of in-house or subcontracted designers to support the creation of installation drawings and other tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience required.
- (5+) years of experience in material handling equipment design for parcel or distribution and fulfillment, or (3+) years of experience leading mechanical engineering project teams.
- Willingness to travel up to 15%.
- Knowledgeable and experienced with Autodesk suite - AutoCad, Inventor, Vault, Recap, Navisworks, and BIM.
- Passionate about the development of team-members and facilitating a cohesive team environment.
- Ability to think critically, prioritize tasks, and creatively solve problems.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
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Fortna partners with the world’s leading brands to transform their distribution operations to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives. Known world-wide as the Distribution Experts™, we design and deliver intelligent solutions, powered by FortnaWES™ software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools, ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our clients with comprehensive services including network strategy, distribution center operations, material handling automation, supply chain systems and warehouse software design and implementation.
