Logistics Design Engineer - 3PL in East Midlands

Energy Jobline CVL; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics firm is seeking a Logistics Design Engineer to create efficient warehouse solutions for 3PL operations. The role involves leading tender teams and presenting proposals. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in logistics engineering and a degree in a relevant field. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth across international networks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car

Private healthcare contribution

Pension plan

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in logistics engineering, warehouse design, or 3PL solution development.
• Proven skills in layout design, labour modelling, and cost analysis.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Craft innovative warehouse solutions: layouts, processes, staffing, and equipment.
• Lead cross-functional tender teams (Sales, Finance, IT, Ops).
• Present and defend proposals to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Logistics engineering

Warehouse design

Project management

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Degree in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft 365

AutoCAD

WMS/TMS

Job description

About DAHER

DAHER is an industrial group with an annual turnover of €1.8 billion, operating in Aircraft Manufacturing, Aerospace Systems & Equipment, Logistics & Services (3PL), and Energy & Industrial Services.

Logistics Design Engineer

We’re looking for a Logistics Design Engineer to lead the charge on high-impact 3PL tenders across the UK, Germany, or the USA. You’ll be the architect behind warehouse solutions that are lean, tech-forward, and built for performance.

What You’ll Do

• Craft innovative warehouse solutions: layouts, processes, staffing, and equipment.
• Build cost models and resource plans that are both competitive and operationally sound.
• Lead cross-functional tender teams (Sales, Finance, IT, Ops).
• Present and defend proposals to internal and external stakeholders.
• Decode RFPs and align solutions with best practices and financial goals.
• Identify automation and digitalisation opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, labour, and customer standards.

Engineering & Continuous Improvement

• Support new warehouse launches, ensuring alignment with tendered designs.
• Analyse and optimise existing operations using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Collaborate with IT to enhance WMS/TMS integration and data-driven decision-making.

What You Bring

• Degree in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or similar.
• 5+ years in logistics engineering, warehouse design, or 3PL solution development.
• Proven skills in layout design, labour modelling, and cost analysis.
• Experience leading tenders and developing winning proposals.
• Knowledge of automation, MHE, and warehouse operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365; AutoCAD and WMS/TMS a plus.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Fluent in English.

Bonus Points

• Willingness to travel up to 15% for customer visits and implementation support.
• Analytical mindset with a passion for solving complex logistics challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company car and travel support.
• Private healthcare contribution, pension, and life assurance.
• 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays).
• Career growth within Daher’s international network - from the UK to Europe and beyond.

Ready to engineer the future of logistics with DAHER?

Apply now and bring your vision to life in a global, innovation-driven environment.