Associate Transport Project Logistics Engineer

C.H. Robinson•Grapevine, TX

9d•$66,300 - $139,700•Hybrid

About The Position

C.H. Robinson is looking for an Associate Transport Project Logistics Engineer to support complex, large-scale freight moves across multiple offices and geographies. In this role, you will help design safe and effective transport solutions by partnering with internal Project Logistics teams, carriers, and customers from origin to final site. You will apply your engineering foundation and AutoCAD skills to support transport plans, AutoTurn analysis, lifting and lashing diagrams, carrier equipment reviews, and renewable energy project work. This is a hands-on, highly varied opportunity for someone who is curious, analytical, comfortable working through ambiguity, and excited to help build a growing engineering capability within Project Logistics. At C.H. Robinson, we’re firm believers in the power of in-person collaboration to fuel innovation and propel success. In this role, you will engage with peers on-site three days a week, igniting creativity and driving impactful results. With the flexibility for remote work two days a week, this role strikes the perfect balance between teamwork and autonomy. We are open to candidates in Chicago, IL, Houston TX, and Dallas, TX.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in Marine, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 2-3 years of Engineering, project logistics, and/or oil and gas industry experience
Experience with AutoCAD
Ability to travel up to 25% of time (domestically and international)

Nice To Haves

Freight forwarding experience (preferably project style cargo and breakbulk)
Holds a EIT or PE designation
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Deliver customer-focused service by understanding customer needs, building trust, and providing responsive, solution-oriented support
Strong organization, attention to detail, and time management skills to balance priorities and meet deadlines
Demonstrated influencing, negotiation, collaboration, communication, and presentation skills
Strong strategic orientation, relationship building, negotiation skills and business acumen
Proven ability to adapt quickly to new systems, tools, and detailed processes while building proficiency in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to create and present comprehensive solutions and service packages to all buying influences
Proficient in Autoturn
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Responsibilities

Design and implement transportation solutions for complex Project Logistics services, including method statements, route studies, and transportation plans
Partner with pricing, solution design, operations, and other internal teams to build customer-focused logistics solutions
Analyze carrier data, customer requirements, transport drawings, and multimodal options to develop risk assessments and optimized transport strategies
Serve as a trusted liaison between customers, suppliers, and internal network teams to ensure clear communication and seamless execution
Build relationships across customer organizations, including senior leadership, to strengthen partnerships and uncover new opportunities
Stay informed on customer needs, industry trends, market conditions, and competitive intelligence to support strategic growth
Support RFP and proposal efforts by reviewing requirements, facilitating customer discussions, and aligning solutions to customer goals
Coordinate global deal team communication, including strategy discussions, customer Q&A, pricing inputs, executive summaries, and RFI responses
Assist with contract review by identifying potential risks, clarifying scope, and partnering with legal and internal stakeholders to move agreements forward
Ensure engineering deliverables meet quality standards, specifications, and compliance requirements

Benefits

Three medical plans which include Prescription drug coverage
Enhanced Fertility benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
Dental and Vision
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid observed holidays
2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees
Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps.
Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada
Paid parental leave
Paid time off to volunteer in your community
Charitable Giving Match Program
401(k) with 6% company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities