Mechanical Design Engineer

About Aegis Sortation

At Aegis, our purpose is clear: to create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities.

Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we have a team capable of conceptualizing and laying out complex systems, and completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.

This role is open to sit in ANY of our Aegis Office locations - Louisville, KY; Memphis, TN; OR Cincinnati, OH.

What you'll do

• Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout and design.
• Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
• Research / review customer specifications to understand requirements and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with project team members including design engineers, project engineers and project managers and customers to ensure project requirements are met.
• Work with a Project Engineer to establish an engineering design plan and schedule for the project.
• Ensure design compliance with AEGIS and customer standards.
• Research / review available as-built drawings.
• Research / review available architectural drawings.
• Travel to customer facilities to conduct site surveys and document as-built conditions.
• Utilize AutoCAD software to create and edit material handling system designs.
• Develop general arrangement drawings (high level equipment layouts).
• Produce mechanical installation detail drawings, including plan views, elevations, cross-sections and bills of materials.
• Specify components and materials required as per the design.
• Prepare specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, or materials as required.
• Check drawings and provide feedback to the design team.
• Make drawing corrections / revisions as needed to meet the project requirements.
• Report on drawing status on a regular cadence, maintaining the project schedule.
• Prepare drawing packages and transmittals for customer reviews.
• Attend training to enhance professional and technical knowledge.

Embrace and promote by incorporating into your work the core values of Aegis:

1. Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Everyone is accountable for their work. Above all, respect others.

2. Customer Focus: Always work to exceed customer expectations.

3. Collaboration: Share ideas; train and mentor others to your level. Improve one another. 4. Take it Personal: Complete every task as if your reputation depends on it. Because it does!

5. Make it Better: Ask yourself, “What can I do to make our company better?”

6. Open Minded: Look at the possibilities and think outside the box. Embrace change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Drafting and Design or similar technical program. Equivalent work experience will also be considered as a substitute for education. 
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical conveyor / installation design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2D & 3D
• Revit, Navisworks Recap and BIM experience a plus 
• Proficient in Windows operating system environment with working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Outlook, Project etc.)
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively both in writing and verbally
• Ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional / multi-disciplined team
• Ability to work within deadlines; focus and perform work accurately
• Must be adaptable to changing priorities
• Willingness to travel, typically 15%

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• 401k match
• 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.