Junior Solutions Design Engineer

GEBHARDT Intralogistics UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GEBHARDT Intralogistics UK is seeking a Solutions Design Engineer in our Nottingham office to develop and deliver tailored warehouse automation concepts.

You will analyse customer operations, design 2D/3D layouts using CAD tools, create renders for presentations, and collaborate with sales, engineering and suppliers to offer cost-effective, compliant solutions. Strong analytical, data analysis and BI skills are essential, with experience in ASRS, conveyors, robotics and WMS/WCS systems.

Qualifications

• Analytical approach to optimise customer operations and design processes.
• Experience with CAD-based concept development and layouts.
• Strong data analysis and Excel/BI skills.
• Experience with warehouse automation components and WMS/WCS knowledge.
• Customer-facing engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyse customer operations, processes, and business requirements.
• Design innovative warehouse automation solutions using CAD tools.
• Create 2D/3D designs and renders for proposals and presentations.
• Develop system concepts including conveyors, ASRS and robotics.
• Prepare technical specifications and contribute to tenders.
• Collaborate with Sales, engineering and suppliers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Excel & data analysis

Power BI

CAD software

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Automation Engineering

Logistics Engineering

Professional engineering membership

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

We are currently seeking a Solutions Design Engineer within our UK office.

GEBHARDT Intralogistics Group is one of the leading suppliers of automated conveying and material handling systems and is now over 70 years old. Gebhardt Intralogistics UK Limited, based in Nottingham, UK, and itself over 30 years old, has been part of the Gebhardt group since 2014. GEBHARDT has been developing tailor-made solutions - from concept through to complete implementation - in the areas of unit load conveying, sorting technology, automated storage and retrieval systems, including controls, warehouse management systems and IT integration.

The role would sit within the small but expanding solutions design team and will offer a high level of exposure to large scale automation projects with household name companies. The company and the automation sector are both growing in the UK, so this is a great opportunity to grow with a company and move forward with us bringing new innovations to market.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Development

• Analyse customer operations, processes, and business requirements.
• Help design innovative warehouse automation and intralogistics solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Assist with developing system concepts incorporating conveyors, ASRS, robotics, sortation systems, AMRs, goods-to-person systems, and software solutions.
• Understand alternative concepts and recommend optimal solutions based on technical and commercial criteria.
• Work with 3rd party suppliers to integrate best in class technology where appropriate.
• Be aware of new technologies entering the marketplace and how they could impact Gebhardt’s offering.
• Liaise with other departments who will need to input in the creating of solutions and high-quality proposals.
• Analyse customer operational data, order profiles, throughput requirements, and inventory information.
• Assist with capacity calculations, material flow analysis, and operational models.
• Use data to validate and justify proposed solutions.Support simulation and modelling activities where applicable.
• Create and review layout drawings and system concepts using CAD software.
• Prepare 2D and 3D designs for internal reviews and customer presentations.
• Create high-quality renders to support sales presentations.
• Ensure solutions comply with applicable standards, regulations, and company design guidelines.

Proposal & Costing Support

• Help write technical specifications and proposal documentation.
• Prepare project budgets, equipment costs, and contribute towards commercial quotations.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to obtain technical and commercial information.
• Contribute to tender submissions.
• Support Sales and Business Development teams during the sales process.
• Keep up to date with developments in warehouse automation, robotics, software, and intralogistics technologies.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using CAD software for engineering design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
• Experience in warehouse design and operational process analysis.
• Knowledge of ASRS, conveyor systems, sortation equipment, robotics, AMRs, AGVs, WMS, and WCS systems.
• Experience using Power BI or other business intelligence tools.
• Understanding of warehouse simulation and modelling software.
• Customer-facing experience within a technical or engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Automation EngineeringLogistics Engineering or a related discipline
• Professional engineering membership or working towards professional accreditation.
• Relevant industry certifications in automation, logistics, or project management.

Personal Attributes

• Passion for engineering, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Commercially aware and customer focused.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Creative and innovative thinker.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Comfortable presenting and explaining solutions to a wide range of audiences.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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