Senior Conveyance Project Engineer

Sierra Conveyance and Automation

Rocklin (CA)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

PTO negotiable

HSA available

Job summary

Sierra Conveyance and Automation in Rocklin, CA is seeking a Senior Conveyance Project & Applications Engineer to lead conveyor system projects from concept through delivery. The role requires managing client relationships, preparing estimates and proposals, and coordinating with design, engineering, and controls teams.

Ideal candidates have 3-5+ years in automation/conveyor systems, a mechanical/industrial engineering degree, and strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

3-5+ years experience in automation and/or conveyor systems (engineering or technical sales).
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field.
Proven project management capabilities across multiple concurrent projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to travel as required (local with some domestic trips).
Proficient with AutoCAD (2D layout experience required).
Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently or with a team.
Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
Must maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage your own portfolio of conveyor system projects from inquiry through proposal and handoff.
Work directly with clients to understand application needs and propose tailored solutions.
Prepare estimates, technical proposals, layouts, and supporting documentation.
Collaborate with internal design, engineering, and controls teams as needed.
Travel to customer sites for site visits, project scoping, and relationship development – all travel costs paid.
Utilize AutoCAD to create and/or modify system layout drawings.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Self-motivated

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

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Job description

Location: Rocklin, CA (Travel Required Occasionally)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $95,000-$120,000+ (Dependent on Experience)

About The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Conveyance Project & Applications Engineer to join our team in Rocklin, CA.

This full-time role is ideal for someone with a strong background in conveyor systems, with an ability to manage projects in a customer facing environment, pre and post sales.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years of experience in the conveyor industry—either as an engineer or in a technical sales capacity—and be confident owning projects from initial concept through to final proposal to delivery.

This role is heavily focused on executing and supporting conveyor projects, from system design to estimating and client communication.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage your own portfolio of conveyor system projects from initial inquiry through proposal and handoff
Work directly with clients to understand application needs and propose tailored solutions
Prepare estimates, technical proposals, layouts, and supporting documentation
Collaborate with internal design, engineering, and controls teams as needed
Travel to customer sites for site visits, project scoping, and relationship development – all travel costs paid
Utilize AutoCAD to create and/or modify system layout drawings
Maintain detailed project records, timelines, and communication logs

Requirements

Required Qualifications

3-5+ years experience in automation and/or conveyor systems (engineering or technical sales)
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Proven project management capabilities, including handling multiple concurrent projects
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to travel as required (typically local with occasional domestic trips for site visits and meetings)
Proficient with AutoCAD (2D layout experience required)
Self-motivated, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
Must maintain a valid drivers license

Preferred Qualifications