Vanderlande Industries Inc - Senior Sales Layout Engineer
Location: Seattle, Washington
Job Description:
As part of the sales team, it is your responsibility as a Layout Engineer to identify and analyze the customer's needs and transfer those into a successful automated or semi-automated material handling system design that perfectly matches the customer's business needs and Vanderlande products and capabilities. You will present this in a clear and understandable way to the customer. To create the best competitive offer, you need to challenge the customer, the sales team, and the internal organization. The projects involve Warehouse Automation & Parcel Sortation Systems in North America, and you will report to the Manager of Sales Engineering.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform system/throughput material handling calculations and choose appropriate MHE to meet system needs.
- Draw up 3D models and layout drawings for complex material handling systems independently or with others.
- Oversee the MHE layout engineering team's work and priorities, review progress, and ensure work performed meets acceptable levels of detail and technical requirements.
- Create and supervise 3D models using Vanderlande's material handling systems and 3rd party vendor equipment.
- Refine the design and layout to fit space constraints and manage multiple objectives from project teams and client staff.
- Create and supervise the development of 3D models and layout drawings for mezzanines, operator positions, maintenance access, and equipment supports.
- Coordinate with other engineering teams within VI to align on best practices and methodologies.
- Mentor and train junior staff in Layout Engineering best practices and principles.
- Lead layout engineering and technical discussions with clients.
- Analyze and optimize system product flow to translate into suitable equipment and ensure reliable performance of material handling systems.
- Utilize knowledge of Vanderlande's equipment, design rules, and software to ensure proper installation of 3D designs at project sites.
- Monitor MHE design throughout the project life cycle and implement changes as necessary.
- Act as primary liaison for layout engineering work with global and corporate peers, driving process improvements.
- Identify process improvements for the layout engineering team to enhance workflow, efficiency, and quality of deliverables.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 10 years of experience working with complex automated and semi-automated MHE systems.
- 5+ years of experience working on large (>75M) to very large projects (>150M) in a senior engineering role.
- Experience using 3D modeling software in a system design environment (AutoDesk preferable).
- High level of skill in Navis, Revit, and BIM software.
- Exceptional mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work in an entrepreneurial international organization and cooperate as a team member.
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