Mechanical Engineer (New Graduate/Early Career)

KION Business Services Polska; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive compensation

Pay transparency

Global opportunities

Job summary

Dematic’s Lifecycle Support Services Modernizations and Upgrades (LSSMU) team seeks a Mechanical Engineer with 0–5 years of experience to contribute to and lead material handling system design for various projects. You will perform site audits, design semi-complex systems, and support on-site installation while coordinating with customers and internal teams.

Strong CAD skills (AutoCAD/SolidWorks/NX), MS Office, and excellent communication are required.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 0–5 years of industry-related experience or mechanical engineering experience preferred.
• Proficient in CAD design software: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX, or similar.
• Experience with MS programs: Word, Excel, TEAMS.

Responsibilities

• Manage and complete mechanical engineering scope for material handling systems.
• Perform site audits to collect project and solution information.
• Complete the design of semi-complex systems that integrate mechanical hardware, controls components, and software.
• Provide support for specification and preparation of engineering sketches, manufacture equipment, and layout drawings, with appropriate follow-up.
• Follow Purchase Request and Order Entry processes to purchase equipment and release assemblies for manufacturing.
• Support on-site installation and engineering commissioning efforts as the need arises.
• Work with team members and customers to tackle problems and troubleshoot equipment on-site.
• Regularly report on project performance including timely delivery, budget, quality, risks.
• Participate in recommending ideas related to efficiency improvement, cost reduction, and improvement in customer happiness

Skills

CAD design

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Travel up to 25%

Education

BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

NX

MS Word

MS Excel

TEAMS

Job description

The Lifecycle Support Services Modernizations and Upgrades (LSSMU) team has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer. This individual will be part of a project execution team dedicated to one of Dematic’s strategic clients. The successful candidate will have 0-5 years of experience contributing to and leading material handling system design and application on varying scale projects. Candidates must have significant experience with material handling systems and demonstrated success working taking initiative, working under pressure and maintaining composure in front of customers. The LSSMU Mechanical Engineer will be highly involved with completing and leading daily tactical project execution tasks necessary for the successful completion of multiple short duration projects throughout the year. They will also be a key component of building a dynamic team by partnering closely with the customer and leveraging internal knowledge and industry experience to exceed expectations.

What We Offer:

• Career Development Competitive Compensation and Benefits Pay Transparency Global Opportunities Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $75,000.00 - $109,800.00 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications: What You Will Do in this Role:

• Manage and complete mechanical engineering scope for material handling systems
• Perform site audits to collect project and solution information
• Complete the design of semi-complex systems that integrate mechanical hardware, controls components, and software
• Provide support for specification and preparation of engineering sketches, manufacture equipment, and layout drawings, with appropriate follow-up
• Follow Purchase Request and Order Entry processes to purchase equipment and release assemblies for manufacturing
• Support on-site installation and engineering commissioning efforts as the need arises
• Work with team members and customers to tackle problems and troubleshoot equipment on-site
• Regularly report on project performance including but not limited to: timely delivery, budget, quality, risks
• Participate in recommending ideas related to efficiency improvement, cost reduction, and improvement in customer happiness

What We are Looking:

• BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering or related field of engineering, or equivalent experience
• 0-5 years of industry-related experience or mechanical engineering experience preferred
• Proficient in CAD design software; AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX, or similar
• Experience with MS programs, Word, Excel, TEAMS
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment
• Dedicated to achieving excellence
• Organization, analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records
• Grasping and adhering to instructions
• Working under pressure, meeting inflexible deadlines, and maintaining composure
• Capable of providing technical assistance to support staff and other employees
• Represent the organization as an internal contact and possibly a key external contact
• Enjoy traveling? This role includes up to 25% travel to customer locations

KION Brands

KION brands keep the world moving - globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally - we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team – Push it forward.