Senior Mechanical Engineer

Daifuku; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of intelligent material handling systems is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Bolingbrook, IL. The role involves designing and enhancing industrial material handling systems, managing projects, and mentoring junior team members. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years of related experience. Strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in AutoCAD are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of industrial automation, including conveyor applications.

Responsibilities

• Designs and enhances conveyor systems and automated material handling systems.
• Manages and leads projects, including planning and organizing work.
• Prepares, reviews, and coordinates drawings for proposals.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Creative Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS / RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Senior Mechanical Engineer designs and enhances industrial material handling systems, working closely with the overall project team to design systems that exceed the project requirements. Uses creativity and innovation to tailor the standard product offering to meet customer needs. Provides direct instruction and mentoring for less-senior team members.

Responsibilities

• Designs and enhances conveyor systems, various automated and semi-automated material handling systems, static and dynamic storage systems, mezzanines, and modules
• Manages and leads projects, including planning and organizing work, developing and maintaining schedules, tracking, forecasting, and reporting on project financials, enforcing company safety standards, and ensuring success
• Estimates costs and develops bills of material for proposals and orders
• Prepares, reviews, and coordinates drawings for proposals, approvals, and installation
• Generates AutoCAD drawings from instructions and sketches
• Provides direction, training and mentoring to less-senior team members
• Travels to project sites up to 25%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience
• Knowledge of industrial automation, including conveyor applications and equipment
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Ability to lead projects and teams
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and listening skills
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Creative thinking skills
• Ability to learn new technologies
• Self-motivated

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Senior Mechanical Engineer • Bolingbrook, IL, US