Mechanical Project Leader

Dematic is looking for a talented Mechanical Project Leader – Sorter Center of Excellence (CoE) to be hired with a permanent contract for its premises in Cernusco Sul Naviglio. He/She will work with an international team in order to develop complex sortation systems for automated warehouses.

We Offer

• Career Development
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Pay Transparency
• Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/

Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical Scope in Sorter Projects, managing end-to-end mechanical activities for sorter systems in both greenfield and brownfield projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal standards.
• Mechanical Integration & Coordination, interface with System Engineering, Controls, Software, and Installation teams to ensure proper mechanical integration of sorter equipment within larger automation solutions.
• Standardization & Product Development, drive continuous improvement and standardization of mechanical designs within the Sorter CoE, collaborating with R&D and product engineering teams.
• Technical Documentation, oversee the creation and review of mechanical specifications, BOMs, drawings and validation plans for sorter modules and systems.
• Quality & Compliance, ensure compliance with international mechanical safety standards and internal engineering guidelines. Contribute to FMEA and risk assessments.
• Supplier & Manufacturing Interface, coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to align on technical requirements, quality expectations and delivery timelines.
• On‑Site & Remote Support, support installation, testing and commissioning activities for sorter systems as the primary mechanical point of contact, providing technical troubleshooting as needed.
• Project Planning & Reporting, collaborate with Project Management and Engineering teams to plan tasks, monitor progress, identify risks and report on deliverables.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent technical field.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering within the automation or intralogistics sector.
• Prior exposure to sorter technologies (crossbelt, sliding shoe, line sorters) is a strong advantage.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in 3D CAD tools (NX, Inventor, AutoCAD or similar).
• Knowledge of PDM/PLM systems and mechanical simulation techniques.
• Understanding of mechanical dynamics, wear‑prone components, and familiarity with CE marking, machinery directives and safety design.

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization.
• Problem‑solving mindset with focus on practical implementation and continuous improvement.

Languages

• Fluent in English and Italian (written and spoken).

Mobility

• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites, manufacturing partners and customer locations across Europe, North America and Asia.