Concepting & Estimating Engineer

Brief Description The Systems Concepting & Estimating group is responsible for developing designs and proposals for complete material handling systems and solutions for existing and new customer facilities. The engineers must understand the customers’ bid documents, specifications, material flows and operations. Applying this information and knowledge, the engineer evaluates and selects appropriate equipment/technology and develops an overall design for the system. Once the design is established, the team is responsible for estimating all project costs and developing proposal documentation. This work requires input from and collaboration with external suppliers and internal departments. Responsibilities Read and apply customers’ bid documents and specifications, analyze and understand material flows and operations. Apply engineering theory and principles to analyze application requirements and develop solutions. Travel to customer facilities to conduct site surveys for potential projects. Create material handling and sortation system designs and layouts using 2D and 3D CAD software. Create general arrangement drawings (plan, elevation, section views) and bills of materials. Develop estimates for equipment and integration costs for potential new projects. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to obtain necessary information for design and estimating functions. Write functional design documents, test plans, and RFQ documents. Skills and Abilities Proficient knowledge of material handling system layout concepts. Working knowledge of project execution. Ability to communicate, both orally and written, at all levels. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with changing priorities. Basic knowledge of electrical controls related to material handling systems. Ability to travel to job sites and attend customer meetings. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering or related field. 5+ years’ experience in the material handling industry or related. Experience with AutoCAD or other 3D CAD software. Simulation experience is a plus. Benefits Competitive salary Health insurance 401k Paid time off 10 Company Holidays Professional development opportunities. 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. It is the policy of Aegis Sortation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aegis Sortation