Lead Mechanical Engineer, Conveyor Systems

Material Handling Systems; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FORTNA seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical engineering execution of material handling and conveyor projects from design through installation. You will mentor Project Engineers, support customers and field teams, and drive engineering excellence to meet schedule and budget.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 6–10 years of relevant experience, plus proficiency with AutoCAD and Inventor; Navisworks, BIM, and MS Project are a plus. Travel about 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering execution of medium to large material handling and conveyor projects.
• Serve as the primary mechanical engineering technical resource for customers, project teams, vendors, and field personnel.
• Review project scope, customer specifications, system designs, and contract requirements to ensure successful execution.
• Conduct system design, 3D model, and constructability reviews while resolving technical and installation issues.
• Develop and maintain engineering schedules that support project milestones and installation timelines.
• Manage mechanical engineering deliverables, change orders, material requests, and drawing releases.
• Coordinate engineering activities with Project Management, Electrical Engineering, Purchasing, Fabrication, and Field Installation.
• Mentor and support Project Engineers and designers by providing technical guidance and coaching.
• Review engineering drawings for quality, accuracy, and compliance with standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on engineering quality, customer satisfaction, and project execution.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Navisworks

BIM

MS Project

Job description

FORTNA seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical engineering execution of material handling and conveyor projects from design through installation. You will mentor Project Engineers, support customers and field teams, and drive engineering excellence to meet schedule and budget.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 6–10 years of relevant experience, plus proficiency with AutoCAD and Inventor; Navisworks, BIM, and MS Project are a plus. Travel about 10%.