Senior Logistics Engineer

DSV • Auburn Hills, MI

6d • $102,312 - $127,890 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Logistics Engineer, you will lead the design, optimization, and transformation of complex logistics networks and supply chain solutions. You will own end-to-end engineering initiatives, drive strategic cost and service improvements, and act as a subject matter expert across multiple customers and verticals. You will partner with commercial, operations, and senior leadership to develop scalable, data-driven solutions, support large RFQs and solution design, and ensure alignment with DSV’s long-term growth strategy.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is required.
• 7–10+ years in logistics engineering / supply chain design.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects end-to-end.
• Ability to translate business strategy into supply chain design
• Strong stakeholder management (internal + external)
• Executive level communication and presentation skills
• Advanced modeling (network optimization, cost-to-serve)
• Scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis
• Strong financial acumen (margin, pricing, ROI)
• Advanced proficiency in (SQL, Python (or similar analytics tools) and Visualization tools (Tableau / Power BI)
• Network design tools
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, such as Excel, SQL, and Tableau, is required.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal).

Nice To Haves

• A master's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Master's degree in industrial engineering, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Certification in supply chain management, such as APICS or CSCMP
• Experience in logistics operations or management
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus
• Experience with process modeling and simulation software, such as Arena or FlexSim, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design of complex logistics solutions (multi-modal, multi-node networks)
• Own engineering workstreams for large-scale RFQs and strategic accounts
• Serve as technical SME during customer engagements, solution presentations, and implementations
• Drive network optimization initiatives (transport, warehouse, inventory positioning)
• Build and validate cost models, pricing assumptions, and scenario analyses
• Lead cross-functional project teams (Ops, IT, Commercial, Finance)
• Mentor and guide junior logistics engineers
• Define and standardize engineering methodologies, tools, and templates
• Identify and implement automation, digitalization, and advanced analytics opportunities
• Engage in continuous improvement at a network/portfolio level, not just project level
• Influence senior stakeholders and support strategy development

Benefits

• Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

What This Job Offers

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