Automation Mechanical Project Engineer II

Vanderlande; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande in Marietta, GA seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer II to support a major North American e-commerce program within the RMR team. You will translate sales drawings into a full mechanical system for RfP, coordinate with Electrical, Controls, and Installation teams, and develop 3D models with clash detection.

The role emphasizes strong communication, problem solving, and the ability to travel domestically up to 33% with occasional international trips.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• 5+ years relevant experience (or Associate degree in ME/ET with 8 years of related experience).
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 33%, with occasional international travel opportunities.
• Ability to think conceptually at the system level and translate concepts into detailed designs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to clearly set expectations for deliverables.
• Experience with project management or leading teams.
• Experience with project planning and deliverables tracking.

Responsibilities

• Translate sales drawings and specifications into a fully functional mechanical system description that can be developed into a Request for Proposal (RfP) for Project Procurement.
• Optimize functionality from the as-sold concept into a working mechanical design within budget, in coordination with other disciplines (Electrical, Controls, Supply Chain, Installation, etc.).
• Develop 3D models of systems and manage clash detection.
• Produce associated 2D customer approval drawings and installation layout drawings.
• Perform spatial analysis for clearance envelopes, egress pathways, and forklift vehicle aisles.
• Perform system- and component-level checks based on vendor submissions.
• Engineer non-standard mechanical interfaces.
• Apply applicable safety regulations and ergonomic standards.
• Create motor manifests in coordination with electrical and controls engineering requirements.
• Document engineering decisions through design plans, clear installation documentation, and engineering instructions for site supervisors and installation subcontractors.
• Travel to project sites as needed to conduct site surveys.
• Support installation and commissioning activities both on-site and from the Marietta office.
• Maintain project documentation and control using a rights-based database system.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or ME Technology

Tools

AutoCAD 2D/3D

Revit/Navisworks/Vault/BIM360

Job description

Vanderlande in Marietta, GA seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer II to support a major North American e-commerce program within the RMR team. You will translate sales drawings into a full mechanical system for RfP, coordinate with Electrical, Controls, and Installation teams, and develop 3D models with clash detection.

The role emphasizes strong communication, problem solving, and the ability to travel domestically up to 33% with occasional international trips.