Autonomous Material Handling Project Engineer

Toyota Automated Logistics; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with a company

Vacation / Holiday Pay

Paid Volunteer time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Associations, Conferences

Company Meetings & Events

Job summary

Toyota Automated Logistics seeks a Project Engineer to support regional projects in the greater St. Louis area. You will design material handling systems, supervise sites, troubleshoot, and manage budgets with Field Application Engineers.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in engineering (or equivalent), 2+ years in automated material handling, AutoCAD proficiency, and strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills. Travel 20–40% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years experience; automated material handling experience preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent technical problem-solving capability (hardware, controls).
• Strong scheduling and organizational skills.
• Willing and transparent communicator.
• Team player, customer-focused mindset.
• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
• Employees must follow information security policies and report incidents.

Responsibilities

• Time will be spent in system design, site supervision, troubleshooting and project management.
• Maintain budget, schedule, and implementation plan of projects
• Assist with AutoCAD drawings, quotes, spare parts orders, and other general design responsibilities
• Improve project execution processes (Gantts, continuous improvement)
• Timely resolution of issues and customer satisfaction with Support
• Assist with site installation to include material inventory, schedule tracking, and supervising subcontractors
• Work directly with Field Application Engineers to ensure a smooth transition of projects
• Develop in depth understanding of all facets of material handling to include equipment, suppliers, and applications
• Inform all stakeholders and subcontractors of any project/schedule changes
• Provide Customer support for ongoing and warranty projects

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Scheduling

Communication

Team player

Customer-focused

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Toyota Automated Logistics seeks a Project Engineer to support regional projects in the greater St. Louis area. You will design material handling systems, supervise sites, troubleshoot, and manage budgets with Field Application Engineers.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in engineering (or equivalent), 2+ years in automated material handling, AutoCAD proficiency, and strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills. Travel 20–40% is required.