Mechanical Project Engineer

Aegis Sortation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

10 Company Holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Aegis Sortation is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support technical projects involving design and compliance with customer requirements. Responsibilities include applying engineering principles, working with design teams, and ensuring adherence to project schedules.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, proficient in AutoCAD, and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in mechanical conveyor/installation design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and 3D CAD software.
• Ability to communicate ideas both in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to industrial design challenges.
• Collaborate with teams to meet project requirements.
• Use CAD software to create material handling designs.

Skills

AutoCAD

3D CAD software

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Brief Description

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for supporting the development and execution of technical projects by applying systems engineering principles, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. The role involves understanding customer requirements, contributing to modeling and analysis tasks, and participating in team meetings to support project goals. The engineer upholds the organization’s core values through accountability, continuous learning, and commitment to quality and schedule adherence. Depending on experience, the role may also include mentoring peers, managing small projects, and engaging specialized expertise to ensure project success.

What You’ll Do

• Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout and design.
• Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
• Research / review customer specifications to understand requirements and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with project team members including design engineers, project engineers and project managers and customers to ensure project requirements are met.
• Work with design team to establish an engineering design plan and schedule for the project.
• Ensure design compliance with AEGIS and customer standards.
• Research / review available as-built drawings.
• Research / review available architectural drawings.
• Travel to customer facilities to conduct site surveys and document as-built conditions.
• Utilize 3D CAD software (Revit) and/or AutoCAD to create and edit material handling system designs.
• Develop general arrangement drawings (high level equipment layouts).
• Produce mechanical installation detail drawings, including plan views, elevations, cross-sections and bills of materials.
• Specify components and materials required as per the design.
• Prepare specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, or materials as required.
• Check drawings and provide feedback to the design team.
• Make drawing corrections / revisions as needed to meet the project requirements.
• Report on drawing status on a regular cadence, maintaining the project schedule.
• Prepare drawing packages and transmittals for customer reviews.
• Attend trainings to enhance professional and technical knowledge.

Core Values

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Everyone is accountable for their work. Above all, respect others.
• Customer Focus: Always work to exceed customer expectations.
• Collaboration: Share ideas; train and mentor others to your level. Improve one another. 4. Take it Personal: Complete every task as if your reputation depends on it. Because it does!
• Make it Better: Ask yourself, “What can I do to make our company better?”
• Open Minded: Look at the possibilities and think outside the box. Embrace change.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Drafting and Design or similar technical program. Equivalent work experience will also be considered as a substitute for education.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical conveyor / installation design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or other 3D CAD software.
• Proficient in Windows operating system environment with working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional / multi-disciplined team.
• Ability to work within deadlines; focus and perform work accurately.
• Must be adaptable to changing priorities.
• Willingness to travel, typically 15%.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• 10 Company Holidays
• Professional development opportunities

About Aegis Sortation

At Aegis, our purpose is clear: create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities. Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we have a team capable of conceptualizing and laying out complex systems, and completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of Aegis Sortation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.