Systems Project Engineer - Remote

Purpose:  Systems Project Engineering is to provide final detailed review, engineering, and recommendations for the specific application upon formal receipt of a Purchase Order.

•   Once a PO is received for a project, they are responsible for reviewing the application (both with the salesperson and reviewing what was documented in the proposal).

•   Make recommendations for improvements, enhancements, identify cost saving opportunities, and review with the stakeholders.

•   Provide detailed engineering drawings and specifications and prepare the bill of material to be ordered from all suppliers.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform detailed analysis for equipment sold against desired function, and adjust, change as needed while maintaining scope and budget

• Develop detailed SOW (mechanical, electrical, Controls, and WCS functionality)
• Document final detailed engineered specifications to insure successful implementation and operation, and function.
• Select vendors, defining, finalizing, and documenting the intended use.
• Prepare detailed drawing packages, for Approval, Permits, & Installation.
• Specify equipment and consult with vendors on project needs and deliverables
• Provide all project documentation and project support to the PM group for project management and implementation
• Coordination- Facilitate effective communication and efficient resource deployment within the department as well as within the organization
• Insure a pro-active communication process back to sales team is in place so concepts, ideas, designs, etc can be implemented up-stream to minimize repeatable errors and great ideas can be used as a competitive advantage during the sales cycle.
• Prioritizing workload effectively and responding to all teams in a timely fashion.
• Execution- Ensure the commitments are fulfilled.
• This includes working with the Sales Team to finalize concepts to meet customer investment
• Develop a description of operation and work with electrical control vendors to finalize.

 OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist team members through mentoring and coaching in complex subjects.
• Provide technical guidance to associates and management.
• Take part in customer review calls
• Work with Project management to develop a system design and ordering of mechanical equipment.
• Project site visits to gather required dimensions
• Step in and assist project manager or sales team when required due to issues or expertise that are required.

DECISION MAKING:

• Decide which equipment options and vendors are needed for the customers’ application.

• Execute the design and customer expectations, deciding the best use of available space, and best desired flow of product.

EDUCATION

• BSME Mechanical Engineering, BSEE Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• 3+ yrs. with a conveyor manufacturer and/or systems integrator.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Valid Driver’s License.
• SolidWorks, AutoCAD, PMP, PE or other professional certification a plus.

TECHNICAL/COMPUTER SKILLS

• Basic computer knowledge, Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet, QuickBooks, AutoCAD.
• Understanding of pneumatic and controls application.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to read drawings and visualize details in three dimensions.
• Attention to detail required.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment, electrical equipment and their installation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Possess excellent leadership skills and have the ability to effectively lead employees in the estimating group.

 ENVIRONMENTAL/PHYSICAL FACTORS

• This position works primarily in a typical office environment, however 15% Travel Required
• This position requires the ability to lift 25 lbs.
• This position requires the ability to access mezzanines and maintenance platforms.