Automation Software Systems Engineer

the LEGO Group • Richmond, VA

1d • $84,674 - $127,010 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Automation Software Systems Engineer will be responsible for the performance and continuous improvement of the software ecosystem that powers the High Bay Warehouse. This will include LEGO's COMBI platform and its integrations with SAP, the AL system, and the vendor hardware software. Will analyze warehouse workflows, optimize layout and material flow, and drive data-informed improvements across inventory, throughput, and process performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience in warehouse automation.
• Hands on experience working in warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution center environments.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and WMS/WES systems.
• SAP experience and expert-level proficiency in MS Excel.
• General understanding of PLCs and how software interacts with control systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Business Analytics (Power BI or equivalent) experience.
• Software engineering background or scripting experience (e.g., SQL, Python).

Responsibilities

• Design and refine warehouse layouts and slotting strategies in support of throughput and capacity goals.
• Use data analysis and BI tools for reporting and KPI tracking.
• Document system configurations, integration points, change history, and maintenance procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, maintenance, hardware engineering, IT, vendors) to resolve issues and deploy improvements.
• Partner with software vendors to troubleshoot, enhance, and upgrade systems.
• Maintain solid understanding of warehouse automation equipment and mobile robotics (AGVs and AMRs).
• Guarantee that safety, quality, and regulatory standards are met in all software-related activities.
• Ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System (IMS), including safety and quality standards.

Benefits

• Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
• Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
• Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
• Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
• Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level