Project Engineer - Conveyer Systems

Ghafari Associates; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghafari Associates seeks a Conveyor Project Engineer in Dearborn, MI to collaborate with senior engineers on conveyor project deliverables, ensure quality, and maintain client relationships. This role provides technical leadership, directs other engineers, performs calculations, and develops system designs for manufacturing conveyors.

Candidates should have a Bachelor degree in engineering, extensive experience with conveyor systems, and proficiency in Autodesk tools such as Revit, Inventor, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university preferred.
• Prefer 10 years minimum of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Understand basics of mechanical systems and manufacturing processes for conveyor systems.
• Design conveyor system layouts for manufacturing processes.
• Perform mechanical engineering calculations and develop system designs.
• Lead system start-up, testing, and provide field support.
• Review and approve project deliverables, drawings, and submittals.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Material handling design

High-speed sorting systems experience

Automotive assembly lines experience

Education

Bachelor Degree in engineering discipline

Tools

Revit

Inventor

AutoCAD

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

General Summary

With limited supervision from the Group Manager, Project Manager and senior engineers participate in the preparation and development of conveyor related project deliverables, ensure project deliverable quality, develop and maintain client relationships and perform project assignments. The Conveyor Project Engineer provides technical leadership, facilitates and participates in meetings, provides feedback to management, engineering and project team members, works with and directs other engineers, performs mechanical system related engineering calculations, concept and design development and implementation.

Job Description

With limited supervision from the Group Manager, Project Manager and senior engineers participate in the preparation and development of conveyor related project deliverables, ensure project deliverable quality, develop and maintain client relationships and perform project assignments. The Conveyor Project Engineer provides technical leadership, facilitates and participates in meetings, provides feedback to management, engineering and project team members, works with and directs other engineers, performs mechanical system related engineering calculations, concept and design development and implementation.

Essential Job Functions

• Understand basics of mechanical systems and manufacturing processes for all of the various types of conveyor systems. Also understand the basics of other mechanical systems and manufacturing processes as they relate to conveyors, including paint and coating application process & equipment, material handling and delivery equipment, line display equipment, as well as pneumatic, hydraulic applications and conveyor electrical controls.
• Design conveyor system layouts for manufacturing processes.
• Understand and be familiar with governmental Safety Codes & Standards.
• Understand and be familiar with client Specifications and Safety Codes & Standards.
• Participate in presentations, and project proposal and estimating efforts.
• Responsible for completion of assigned project deliverables as it relates to cost and schedule.
• Maintain project records.
• Understand contract documents and project records.
• Participate with project team and client as directed to prepare or edit project specifications and reports.
• Design system layouts and determine operational requirements so that a detailed system flow can be generated. Perform all required calculations to validate system throughput and workability.
• Specify and design system demolition and rework pertaining to the possible re-use of existing equipment.
• Design structural support steel layouts and perform related calculations.
• Design carriers and related components and participate in FEA calculations to ensure conformance to customer specifications.
• Provide detailed engineers estimates for all conveyor systems and related installation work.
• Provide project scheduling input for conveyor systems implementation.
• Perform peer reviews of engineering materials, as directed to ensure deliverable quality.
• Track and communicate project status, both internally and externally.
• Review and approve contractor engineering submittals.
• Review and approve fabrication facilities and production equipment prior to shipment to site.
• Provide resource input, including internal and external engineering, contractors, vendors and skilled trades to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Lead system start-up, debug and testing activities and provide system review and punch-listing.
• Produce, or review and approve system as-built/as-installed drawings.
• Perform and manage field checking of existing equipment, sites and facilities.
• Must be able to travel and accept field assignments to promote project success.
• Provide technical direction and coaching to other team members and discipline members.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university preferred
• Prefer 10 years minimum of related work experience.

Skills/Competencies

• Proficient in Autodesk design software
  • Revit
  • Inventor (or similar non-Autodesk 3D modeling software)
  • AutoCAD
• Proficient in MS Office
• Familiar with MS Project
• Experience with high-speed package sorting systems and automotive assembly lines preferred.
• Skilled in material handling design and engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

About Us

At Ghafari Associates, we don’t just design buildings—we help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture, engineering, and consulting, we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work, manufacture, and connect.

Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds, technical experts, and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects, our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impact—both for our clients and within our communities.

We are committed to investing in our employees’ financial, physical, and emotional well‑being, as well as their professional growth. Through robust training, licensure support, internships, mentorships, and tuition reimbursement, we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay Transparency

Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Accommodation

Ghafari Associates Is Also Committed To Providing Reasonable Accommodation To Individuals With Disabilities In The Employment Application Process. If You Need An Accommodation Due To a Disability To Use Our Online System To Apply For a Position, You May Also Apply For Positions In The Following Ways

• By fax at: 313.436.8624, Attn: Human Resources
• By mail at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126, Attn: Human Resources
• In person at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126
• By email at: [e-mail]