System Engineer

Swisslog; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Swisslog is seeking an Engineering professional based in Atlanta, Georgia, to support sales and supply planning phases during proposals. This position requires a 4-Year Engineering Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2-3 years engineering experience, preferably in the material handling industry.

The candidate will create technical drawings, prepare RFPs, and lead cost engineering analysis. Travel may be required for this role, and familiarity with AutoCAD is essential. Swisslog values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• 4-Year Engineering Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical fields.
• 2-3 years of engineering work experience required.
• Ability to travel on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Support Sales during proposals with potential customers.
• Develop and submit RFP documentation to suppliers.
• Lead cost engineering analysis and populate cost estimation workbook.
• Prepare and lead internal reviews with Swisslog stakeholders.

Skills

Professional communication skills

Engineering principles

AutoCAD proficiency

Project proposal preparation

Education

4-Year Engineering Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support Sales and Sales Solution Design organizations during proposal phase with potential customers
• Develop opportunity Supply Plan in alignment with the Solution Design Concept and the Procurement team’s approved and preferred suppliers
• Develop and submit Request for Proposal ("RFP") documentation to suppliers
• Develop and submit requests for pricing, hours, and schedule from internal supply organizations (equipment, software, services)
• Address questions from internal/external suppliers
• Assess input from external and internal suppliers and validate compliance with requirements
• Lead cost engineering analysis and population and validation of the cost estimation workbook utilized for Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM), Budget, and Firm pricing offers to customers
• Populate Scope of Supply section in proposal offer
• Evaluate and document customer requirements; determine and document compliance vs. exceptions in proposal documentation
• Lead System Engineering post‑contract handover to operations execution team
• Prepare and lead, when necessary, internal reviews (e.g., Cost, Price, Risk) with Swisslog stakeholders in accordance with Swisslog processes
• Assist in the evaluation of proposal concepts and alternates; compare solutions and present differences
• Create technical drawings in AutoCAD or other Swisslog preferred drawing packages (e.g., Revit)
• Host and facilitate educational events from suppliers
• Leverage and maintain documentation management system for the System Engineering function
• Participate in internal and external presentations pertaining to proposal or continuous improvement activities
• Lead and participate in internal efforts to improve tools and processes
• Support others in the System Engineering team

Application Requirements

• 4‑Year Engineering Bachelor’s Degree preferably Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical
• Considerable material handling industry experience is an acceptable substitute for an engineering degree
• Minimum of 2–3 years of engineering work experience
• Professional communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to travel on occasion

Desirable

• 2–3 years in the material handling industry working on solutions and preparing proposals for multi‑million dollar projects, such as AS/RS, pallet or light goods conveyors, AGVs, AMRs, etc.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. We are unable to provide current or future visa sponsorship or transfer of work authorization (including H‑1B sponsorship, OPT/STEM OPT sponsorship, etc.). We are not accepting C2C or contract candidates for this role.

Swisslog is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.