Mechanical Project Engineer

Jobtailor; Marietta (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced mechanical engineer to mentor a team and translate customer requirements into robust baggage-handling systems. You will work with Electrical, Controls, and Supply Chain teams to optimize system functionality and deliver 3D models in Revit and AutoCAD.

The role requires 12+ years of experience in mechanical design and project leadership, with strong Autodesk and Microsoft tool proficiency. Domestic travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in project management or leading teams.
• Material handling experience.
• Ability to translate concepts into detailed system designs.
• Proficiency with Autodesk tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks) and Microsoft tools (Excel, Project).
• Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically with occasional international trips.
• Knowledge of TSA/OSHA regulations and general contractor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, coach, and help develop engineers.
• Translate customer requirements into innovative, fully functional mechanical systems.
• Optimize baggage-system functionality with cross-functional teams.
• Design and deliver mechanical models using Revit and AutoCAD 3D.
• Perform spatial analyses of clearance envelopes, ergonomics, and maintenance access.
• Perform system- and component-level calculations (throughput, motor power, belt pull).
• Coordinate building interfaces, resolve clashes, ensure constructability.
• Support procurement with bills of materials and RFQs.
• Provide complete engineering documentation for installation and project execution.
• Assist installation and commissioning teams on-site and remotely.

Skills

Mechanical system design

Project management

Team leadership

Spatial analysis

Clear communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

ACC/Forma

Microsoft Excel

MS Project/Primavera

Job description

• Mentor, coach, and help develop engineers


• Translate customer requirements into innovative, fully functional mechanical systems


• Optimize baggage-system functionality with Electrical Engineers, Controls Engineers, Supply Chain, Installation, and other project-team members


• Design and deliver mechanical models using Revit and AutoCAD 3D


• Perform spatial analysis of clearance envelopes, egress pathways, ergonomics, and maintenance access to ensure safe system design


• Perform system- and component-level calculations, including throughput, motor power, belt pull, and reactive forces to building structures


• Coordinate building interfaces, resolve clashes, and ensure efficient constructability


• Support procurement by creating bills of materials and equipment RFQs


• Provide complete engineering documentation for installation and project execution


• Support installation and commissioning teams by resolving challenges on-site and remotely from the office

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar


• Minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience


• Experience in project management or leading teams


• Material handling experience


• Ability to think conceptually about overall systems and translate concepts into detailed system designs


• Proficiency in Autodesk tools, including AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, ACC/Forma, and similar tools


• Proficiency in Microsoft tools, including Excel, Power BI, Project, and similar tools


• Clear, proactive communication and ability to align expectations and deliver commitments


• Ability to prioritize effectively in time-sensitive situations while maintaining attention to detail


• Strong problem-solving and solution-research abilities


• Ability or experience using project-planning and deliverables-tracking tools


• Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 10%, with occasional international travel opportunities


• Airport baggage handling system design experience with Raw Conveyor and Individual Carrier Systems preferred


• Knowledge or experience with TSA/PGDS, CATSA, ASME, and OSHA regulations preferred


• Line management experience preferred


• General contractor experience preferred


• Experience with MS Project or Primavera preferred


• Experience leveraging and creating AI-driven tools such as Microsoft Copilot and automation agents preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on system design, project management, and team leadership. Proficient in Autodesk and Microsoft tools, with a strong background in material handling systems and regulatory compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Mechanical Engineering Degree


• 12+ Years Relevant Experience


• Project Management Experience


• Autodesk Proficiency


• Material Handling System Design

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Mechanical System Design


• Spatial Analysis


• System-Level Calculations


• Baggage Handling System Design


• Bill of Materials Creation

Soft Skills

• Proactive Communication


• Problem-Solving


• Attention to Detail


• Time Management

Industry Keywords

• TSA Regulations


• OSHA Compliance


• General Contractor Experience


• AI-Driven Tools

Tools & Technologies

• AutoCAD


• Revit


• Navisworks


• Microsoft Excel


• Microsoft Project