Project Design Engineer

Toyota Automated Logistics; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation / Holiday Pay

Paid Volunteer time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Associations & Subscricp.

Company Meetings & Events

Job summary

Toyota Automated Logistics seeks a Regional Project Engineer for the Memphis team to design material handling systems and manage projects with autonomy. You will work with Field Application Engineers on proposals, designs, and execution, including robotics and automation technologies.

The role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, scheduling, and customer-focused collaboration. Travel about 20% and a strong emphasis on safety and security policies are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical/Industrial/Systems preferred).
• 3–5 years experience in automated material handling.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent technical problem-solving capability (hardware, controls).
• Strong scheduling and organizational skills.
• Willing and transparent communicator.
• Team player with a customer-focused mindset.
• Employees must follow information security policies and report suspected security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Design proposals and assist with project design work.
• Oversee site supervision and project management activities.
• Maintain budgets, schedules, and implementation plans.
• Assist with AutoCAD drawings, quotes, and parts orders.
• Improve project execution processes and workflows.
• Resolve issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Support site installations including material inventory and subcontractor supervision.
• Collaborate with Field Application Engineers for smooth project handoffs.
• Develop deep understanding of material handling equipment and suppliers.
• Notify stakeholders of project or schedule changes.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Scheduling

Communication

Teamwork

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Toyota Automated Logistics is seeking a Regional Project Engineer for their Memphis team.

Job Overview

Project Engineers work closely with Field Application Engineers to create proposals, design material handling systems and manage projects. Project Engineers at Toyota Automated Logistics are given a high level of responsibility and autonomy to make decisions. This role allows you to work with some of the latest technologies in the ever-changing material handling field including robotics, mobile robotics, autonomous vehicles, AGV’s, and more. If you are looking for a challenging career in a field that will never stop evolving, we want to talk to you!

Job Functions

• Time will be spent in system design, site supervision, troubleshooting and project management.
• Maintain budget, schedule, and implementation plan of projects
• Assist with AutoCAD drawings, quotes, spare parts orders, and other general design responsibilities
• Improve project execution processes (Gantts, continuous improvement)
• Timely resolution of issues and customer satisfaction with Support
• Assist with site installation to include material inventory, schedule tracking, and supervising subcontractors
• Work directly with Field Application Engineers to ensure a smooth transition of projects
• Develop in depth understanding of all facets of material handling to include equipment, suppliers, and applications
• Inform all stakeholders and subcontractors of any project/schedule changes
• Provide Customer support for ongoing and warranty projects

Travel Requirements

• 20% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Toyota Automated Logistics)
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and passport

Required Qualifications And Preferred Skills

• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required. Mechanical, Industrial, Systems disciplines preferred.
• 3-5 years’ experience; automated material handling sector preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent technical problem-solving capability (hardware, controls)
• Strong scheduling and organizational skills
• Willing and transparent communicator
• Team player, customer-focused mindset
• Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.

About Toyota Automated Logistics

Toyota Automated Logistics is your global partner for integrated warehouse automation. Our team combines the talents of Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande’s warehousing business and viastore under one brand to deliver scalable systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.

In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Vacation / Holiday Pay
• Paid Volunteer time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
• Company Meetings & Events

Toyota Automated Logistics does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.