Senior Conveyance Project Engineer

Sierra Conveyance and Automation•Rocklin, CA

3h•$95,000 - $120,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Conveyance Project & Applications Engineer to join our team in Rocklin, CA. This full-time role is ideal for someone with a strong background in conveyor systems, with an ability to manage projects in a customer facing environment, pre and post sales. The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years of experience in the conveyor industry—either as an engineer or in a technical sales capacity—and be confident owning projects from initial concept through to final proposal to delivery. This role is heavily focused on executing and supporting conveyor projects, from system design to estimating and client communication.

Requirements

3-5+ years experience in automation and/or conveyor systems (engineering or technical sales)
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Proven project management capabilities, including handling multiple concurrent projects
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to travel as required (typically local with occasional domestic trips for site visits and meetings)
Proficient with AutoCAD (2D layout experience required)
Self-motivated, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
Must maintain a valid drivers license

Nice To Haves

Qualified to spec out robotic palletizing applications is a bonus
Experience with material handling equipment, automation, or packaging systems
Technical problem-solving capability (hardware and controls)
Estimating and proposal-writing skills
Experience with the following software/tools desirable: SolidWorks AutoCAD 3D Fusion 360 Microsoft Project Revit Monday.com Bluebeam Navisworks Recap Flexsim

Responsibilities

Lead and manage your own portfolio of conveyor system projects from initial inquiry through proposal and handoff
Work directly with clients to understand application needs and propose tailored solutions
Prepare estimates, technical proposals, layouts, and supporting documentation
Collaborate with internal design, engineering, and controls teams as needed
Travel to customer sites for site visits, project scoping, and relationship development – all travel costs paid
Utilize AutoCAD to create and/or modify system layout drawings
Maintain detailed project records, timelines, and communication logs