Solution Designer Automation

KION Group; Milano; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 33k-42k EUR

Global career growth

Flexible working hours

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

KION Group AG in Lainate (MI) seeks a Solution Designer to shape intralogistics automation solutions for customers across EMEA. You will translate needs into feasible, cost-effective designs, collaborating with sales, engineering, and service teams.

Strong CAD, 3D layout, and communication skills are essential. This role requires engineering background, global travel readiness, and fluency in English, with German a plus.

Qualifications

• Completed studies in Engineering or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer needs and design intralogistics automation solutions tailored to requirements.
• Consult with customers and internal teams to ensure feasible, cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborate with sales to develop winning solution concepts and presentations.
• Develop detailed technical documentation and system architectures for delivery and maintenance.
• Stay informed on trends and best practices in intralogistics automation.

Skills

Solution design

System integration

Technical consulting

Analytical skills

Communication

Presentation skills

CAD software

3D layouting

Teamwork

Travel willingness

English proficiency

German a plus

Education

Engineering or related technical field

Job description

## Solution Designer AutomationAnsøglocations: Lainate (MI), Italytime type: Full timeposted on: Slået op i dagjob requisition id: JR-0090393As a Solution Designer, you will play a crucial role in the growth of our intralogistics automation business across EMEA. You will provide technical expertise and design support to the sales team, developing innovative and cost-effective solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of our customers.# **Det tilbyder vi:****What we offer**:* Professional development programs designed to support growth and strengthen skills and expertise.* Fixed annual salary range: 33.000 - 42.000 euro* Global career opportunities within an international environment.* Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance.* Free access to more than 18,000 learning resources through the LinkedIn Learning platform.# **Om dig:****Tasks**:* Analyze customer needs thoroughly and create the right intralogistics automation solutions tailored to their specific requirements, considering factors like throughput, space, budget, and integration needs.* Consult with customers and internal teams to design the optimal intralogistics solution, ensuring feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with customer objectives.* Collaborate closely with the sales team to understand customer requirements and develop winning intralogistics automation solutions.* Build and maintain strong relationships with technical contacts at customer sites and partner organizations to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.* Maintain an in-depth understanding of automated intralogistics solutions for pallets and bins, including AS/RS systems, AGVs/AMRs, shuttle solutions, conveyor technologies, picking systems, and their appropriate applications in different industries and warehouse environments.* Analyze customer needs thoroughly and create the right intralogistics automation solutions tailored to their specific requirements, considering factors like throughput, space, budget, and integration needs.* Consult with customers and internal teams to design the optimal intralogistics solution, ensuring feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with customer objectives.* Support the sales team throughout the project sales cycle by providing technical expertise, developing compelling solution concepts, and creating impactful presentations.* Coordinate technical details effectively with internal teams (engineering, project management, service) and external partners to ensure seamless solution delivery and successful project execution.* Develop detailed technical documentation, including solution layouts, equipment specifications, and system architectures, to guide implementation and support future maintenance.* Stay informed about the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in intralogistics automation to continuously improve our solutions and stay ahead of the competition.**Qualifications**:* Completed studies in Engineering or a related technical field.* Proven experience in solution design, system integration, or technical consulting within the automation or intralogistics industry.* Strong network of contacts in the intralogistics automation market is a plus.* In-depth understanding of automated intralogistics solutions for pallets and bins, including AS/RS systems, AGVs/AMRs, shuttle solutions, conveyor technologies, picking systems, and their appropriate applications in different industries and warehouse environments.* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess customer needs and develop optimal solutions.* Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.* Proficiency in 3D layouting with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CET Designer) and simulation tools (sim3D, Plantsim).* Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills.* Willingness to travel within the region.* Fluency in English, German is a plus.Workplace: **Lainate (MI)**