Lead Mechanical Engineer, Material Handling & Conveyors

FORTNA; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

FORTNA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and execution of complex material handling and conveyor projects. You will mentor engineers, support field teams, and drive engineering excellence from concept through installation.

The role emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, adherence to schedules and budgets, and continuous improvement in engineering quality and customer satisfaction. Travel is ~10% domestically.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 6–10 years of material handling or conveyor systems engineering experience.
• Experience leading medium to large engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of conveyor systems, mechanical design, and engineering standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem‑solving, and project coordination skills.

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 models, 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 Eng

Project Leadership

Conveyor Systems

3D Modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Navisworks

BIM

Microsoft Project

Job description

FORTNA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and execution of complex material handling and conveyor projects. You will mentor engineers, support field teams, and drive engineering excellence from concept through installation.

The role emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, adherence to schedules and budgets, and continuous improvement in engineering quality and customer satisfaction. Travel is ~10% domestically.