Lead Mechanical Engineer, Material Handling & Conveyors

FORTNA; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

FORTNA is a global leader enabling efficient order fulfillment and last-mile delivery through intelligent software and engineered solutions. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will drive the mechanical engineering execution of complex material handling and conveyor projects from design through installation.

The role requires mentoring project engineers, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality solutions on schedule and within budget.

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.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Inventor; Navisworks, BIM, and Microsoft Project a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment.

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

Project leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Schedule management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Navisworks

BIM

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

FORTNA is a global leader enabling efficient order fulfillment and last-mile delivery through intelligent software and engineered solutions. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will drive the mechanical engineering execution of complex material handling and conveyor projects from design through installation.

The role requires mentoring project engineers, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality solutions on schedule and within budget.