Senior Industrial Automation Project Engineer
MATERIAL HANDLING SUPPLY LLC•Pennsauken Township, NJ
•$90,000 - $115,000•Remote
About The Position
MHS Lift is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join their rapidly growing Integrated Solutions team. This role involves designing and implementing cutting-edge automation solutions to modernize warehouses and distribution operations across North America. The ideal candidate is passionate about automation, material handling, and solving complex operational challenges, thriving in an environment driven by innovation, collaboration, and customer success.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- 7+ years of experience designing and implementing material handling or warehouse automation solutions.
- Strong knowledge of: Conveyor systems, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), Robotics, Warehouse automation technologies.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, operational, and CAD drawings.
- Experience developing technical solutions for warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environments.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience within one or more of the following industries: Material Handling, Supply Chain, Distribution & Warehousing, Industrial Automation, Manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Lead relationships with automation vendors, including conveyor, AMR/AGV, robotics, and software providers.
- Develop innovative automation solutions that align with customer operational and financial objectives.
- Conduct customer site assessments and discovery meetings with the sales team.
- Mentor engineering and sales teams on automation technologies, design principles, and industry best practices.
- Support the creation of system layouts, engineering drawings, proposals, and solution presentations.
- Oversee engineering, approvals, and order processing for automation projects.
- Collaborate with Project Managers to establish project milestones, sequencing, and successful project execution.
- Support system commissioning and startup activities to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Participate in final project walkthroughs and client acceptance.
- Build long-term customer relationships while delivering exceptional service and technical expertise.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
