Automation Project Engineer – Parcel Sorting & Robotics

International Executive Service Corps; Hebron Estates (KY); Hybrid; USD 74,025 - 118,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

DHL eCommerce is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to drive parcel automation initiatives across the network. You will focus on project execution, data-driven analysis, automation system support, reporting, and layout development for parcel sorting and material handling systems.

The role collaborates with Operations, Engineering, Network Design, and vendors to deliver defined scopes on cost, schedule, safety, and performance targets. Hybrid role based in a distribution center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 2+ years of work experience; 3+ preferred.
• Experience with statistical methods (e.g., control charts) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support parcel sorter initiatives, upgrades, retrofits, and new installations.
• Coordinate project schedules, action items and milestones across teams.
• Prepare and maintain project reporting, budgets, and risk logs.
• Assist in robotics initiatives (stationary/mobiles) and automation safety reviews.
• Develop CAD layouts and supporting SOPs and training materials.

Skills

Project Management

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

MS Project

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

DHL eCommerce is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to drive parcel automation initiatives across the network. You will focus on project execution, data-driven analysis, automation system support, reporting, and layout development for parcel sorting and material handling systems.

The role collaborates with Operations, Engineering, Network Design, and vendors to deliver defined scopes on cost, schedule, safety, and performance targets. Hybrid role based in a distribution center.