Solution Design Engineer

A.P. Moller - Maersk

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

48 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k + Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maersk in Charlotte is seeking a Solutions Design Engineer to perform data analysis, develop workflows, and craft initial warehouse and distribution concepts for new and existing clients. The role involves front-end concepting from data to layout, costing, presentations, and RFP support, with direct production of layouts, models, estimates, and proposal content.

You will join the Engineering Design Team to publish final designs including CAD drawings and modeling outputs.

Qualifications

  • Requires a Bachelor's in industrial engineering and 3–5 years in warehousing/distribution.
  • Experience with automation and solution design is preferred.
  • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD for modeling and proposals.
  • Strong analytical and data interpretation abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze order data, inventory data, and SKU profiles to support facility layout and solution development
  • Provide productivity, capacity, and space estimates for RFPs and business development
  • Lead front-end concepting: layout development, automation ideation, and high-level modeling
  • Create client presentations to support engineering recommendations
  • Conduct feasibility studies to determine ROI on proposed solutions
  • Collaborate with operations, vendors, and integrators to evaluate approaches

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication
Analytical and problem-solving
Project management
Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

Tools

Excel
PowerPoint
AutoCAD

Job description

About Us:

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

SUMMARY
  • The Solutions Design Engineer position reports to the Solutions Engineering Manager. The Solutions Design Engineer executes data analysis, generates workflows, and constructs initial warehouse and distribution design concepts for new and existing clients.
  • This is a hands-on, front-end Solutions Design Engineer role focused on concept development from data analysis -> facility layout -> costing -> presentations -> RFP support. The role is execution-oriented and requires a practitioner mindset, directly producing layouts, models, estimates, and proposal content.
  • The Solutions Design Engineer will work on the Engineering Design Team to create and publish final designs. The designs will include solution concepts, CAD drawings, cost estimates, modeling outputs, and presentation materials to support customer proposals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Analyze order data, inventory data, and SKU profiles to support facility layout and solution development
  • Provide productivity, capacity, and space estimates in support of business development and Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
  • Own front-end solution concepting, including layout development, automation ideation, and high-level system modeling
  • Create presentations to support engineering recommendations and present solutions to senior management and customers
  • Conduct feasibility studies to determine ROI on proposed solutions
  • Participate in customer presentations and proposal reviews
  • Consult with operations personnel to validate that proposed solutions are practical, cost-effective, and implementable
  • Support RFP responses and proposal development, including scope definition, assumptions, narratives, and technical content
  • Develop facility and automation concepts using CAD and modeling tools, incorporating conveyance, robotics, and complex material handling technologies where applicable
  • Collaborate with integrators, vendors, and internal stakeholders to evaluate automation approaches and solution alternatives
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering
  • Three to five years of experience in warehousing and distribution. Automation and solution design experience preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD
  • Strong written, oral, and presentation skills
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to interact with all levels of management from supervisory to executive management level
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments with the ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Company Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k + Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
  • And more!
Pay Range

$120,000-$160,000*

  • The above-stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

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You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Performance Team is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Performance Team is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave,veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or perform a job, please email us at accommodationrequests@maersk.com

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