Automation Project Engineer – Material Handling Systems

Apex Companies, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

STD

LTD

Life insurance

AD&D

401(k) match

Paid time off

Public holidays

Company laptop

Job summary

Apex is seeking a Project Engineer to drive automated material handling projects in Charlotte, NC, boosting warehousing performance and reducing costs. This role leads from concept to completion, coordinating vendors, schedules, and budgets while supporting the sales team with quotes.

The engineer will manage project plans, CAD/installation work, software implementation, commissioning, and client training, with travel up to 20% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, logistics, or related field.
• Experience with material handling systems and flow analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and electrical/controls concepts.
• Experience with MHE and related technologies.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.
• ERP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and implement MHE projects from concept to completion.
• Support sales efforts by leading the quoting process for potential automation projects.
• Oversee project setup in ERP, including order entry and vendor PO management.
• Maintain proper file management of all project documents in a shared drive.
• Issue and manage vendor POs, manufacturing timelines, and delivery schedules.
• Develop and execute detailed project plans covering drawings, electrical/installations, software, commissioning, and training.
• Conduct pre-installation walk-throughs and set project expectations with vendors and clients.
• Manage the project plan, including schedule, budget, risks, and resources.
• Provide weekly project status updates to stakeholders.
• Handle change orders from request to execution, ensuring proper documentation.
• Supervise on-site installations, ensuring compliance with design specifications and vendor management.
• Lead commissioning, system acceptance, and client training (operations, maintenance, and safety).
• Maintain client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Team leadership

WMS familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, logistics, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Business Central ERP

CAD drawings

Excel

Word

WMS software

Job description

Apex is seeking a Project Engineer to drive automated material handling projects in Charlotte, NC, boosting warehousing performance and reducing costs. This role leads from concept to completion, coordinating vendors, schedules, and budgets while supporting the sales team with quotes.

The engineer will manage project plans, CAD/installation work, software implementation, commissioning, and client training, with travel up to 20% as needed.