The Solution Design Project Engineer on the Key Accounts team is responsible for overseeing the engineering efforts and estimation of large and complex MHE solution. This team member manages defining solution requirements and identifies relevant controls architectures. They produce operational outlines and support customer layout reviews. They generate or direct the development of the solution build, assist with concepting efforts, and compose system cost estimates using department tools and processes. This role will lead, schedule, plan and manage all the technical activities with attention to project accuracy and quality.We offer:
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The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $90,750 to $125,000 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
Review customer requirements, specifications, and sales inputs; collaborate with internal and external partners to develop executable material handling and automation system concepts.
Direct team members in producing 3D models and proposal drawings to attain concept freeze.
Generate material lists, project scope summaries, and technical proposal documentation.
Identify controls architectures, define control boundaries, and specify machine, controls, software, and host system interfaces.
Examine customer Description of Operations (DOO) requirements and prepare proposal-level Descriptions of Operation that specify system functionality and capabilities.
Generate controls and electrical quote requests, evaluate vendor proposals, and ensure alignment with project budgets and technical requirements.
Identify and apply standard subsystems, builds, and automation modules where appropriate.
Identify and assess project risks while developing effective mitigation strategies.
Set priorities and foster strong collaboration across engineering, sales, procurement, and operations teams.
Lead technical reviews, pricing reviews, and solution validation activities.
Develop cost breakouts, bridging analyses, and value-engineering recommendations to optimize system performance and cost.
Own all engineering activities and deliverables throughout the project quotation and solution build phases.
Provide accountability for technical, cost, and contractual aspects of assigned projects while serving as a key liaison to internal teams and external vendors.
Fully interpret, evaluate, and respond to customer RFPs, specifications, and operational requirements.
Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and align with Solution Design processes and procedures.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years of experience in material handling, warehouse automation, controls engineering, or complex systems engineering.
Background in one or more of the following: Mechatronics Engineering, Systems Engineering, Controls Engineering, Application Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
Strong leadership abilities with the capacity to coordinate and guide cross-functional teams.
Experience interpreting customer requirements, developing technical solutions, and leading concept development efforts.
Experience with PLC control systems and controls architecture development.
Practical understanding of WMS/WCS software, system integration, and machine-to-host interfaces.
Experience with conveyor and sortation technologies, including case conveyor, linear sortation, crossbelt sortation, and pallet conveyor systems.
Preferred experience with bulk handling, ASRS/unit load systems, monorail systems, AutoStore, simulation tools, and structural integration.
Strong problem-solving, risk assessment, cost evaluation, and value-engineering capabilities.
Proficient in both written and verbal communication, capable of crafting operational narratives and technical documentation.
Up to 10% travel. Additional travel may be required during the first 6–12 months for training and project support.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 5+ years of experience in material handling, warehouse automation, controls engineering, or complex systems engineering
- Background in mechatronics, systems, controls, application, or industrial engineering
- Experience interpreting customer requirements, developing technical solutions, and leading concept development
- Experience with PLC control systems and controls architecture development
- Practical understanding of WMS/WCS software, system integration, and machine-to-host interfaces
- Experience with conveyor and sortation technologies, including case conveyor, linear sortation, crossbelt sortation, and pallet conveyor systems
- Strong leadership abilities and experience coordinating cross-functional teams
- Problem-solving, risk assessment, cost evaluation, and value-engineering capabilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including operational narratives and technical documentation
- Experience with bulk handling, ASRS/unit load systems, monorail systems, AutoStore, simulation tools, and structural integration
What We Do
Looking to make your move? Then you’ve come to the right place! We are the KION Group, and the world of intralogistics is our home. Our solutions ensure the smooth flow of materials and information in production plants, warehouses, and distribution centers in over 100 countries. We have around 41,000 employees who make a real difference, helping us to become who we are today: the biggest manufacturer of forklift trucks and warehouse handling equipment in Europe, and one of the world’s leading warehouse automation providers. Successful? We are, but it’s all down to the motivated, highly trained, and multi-talented people that work for us. Would you like to be part of an international, diverse team? We can offer you interesting jobs and exciting career opportunities in an innovative, rapidly-growing, and forward-looking industry. With us, you benefit from numerous development opportunities in a globally active group, including the possibility of working at one of our locations abroad on a temporary basis. No matter which of our sites you work at, the KION values—integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence—shape our individual action and our collaboration with colleagues, managers, customers, suppliers, and applicants both nationally and internationally. Who makes up the KION Group? With our international brands Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli, as well as regional brands Fenwick and OM, we stand for exceptional technology and service expertise for forklift trucks and warehouse handling equipment around the world. Dematic expands the portfolio with its automated material handling solutions for intralogistics processes in warehouses, production, and sales
