Systems Architect I

Mhi/Werc; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Körber in Irving, Texas, seeks a System Architect to provide technical leadership during sales concept development and project design for freight and parcel handling systems. You will lead design of material handling solutions, define system requirements, analyze data, and collaborate across sales, engineering, bid and operations.

This full‑time, hybrid role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least five years of related experience, with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in related field and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of material handling system solutions leveraging equipment technology and processes.
• Partner with clients to define system requirements, analyze data, and deliver efficient solutions.
• Provide technical leadership during the sales phase, presenting solutions and building client confidence.

Skills

Automation design

Cross-functional collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Technical decision documentation

Analytical problem solving

Delivery of high-quality work

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Certification may be required

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Navisworks

Job description

Pioneer your career! Körber is the home for passionate people who innovate, collaborate, and love what they do. Entrepreneurial spirit is our joint DNA. We develop future technologies and support talents in deploying their skills to reach their full potential. Together, we aim to be the first to do the right thing at the right time.

Join the home for entrepreneurs!

The System Architect role provides technical expertise and technology leadership during sales concept development and project concept design phases in the freight & parcel and postal material handling industries. This role collaborates with the Sales organization to understand customer operations and process challenges to develop industry-leading system solutions within the material handling industry. This role also collaborates within the Execution organization, ensuring concept designs align with system functionality requirements and support concept transformation into detailed design solutions.

Your role in our team

• You will lead the design and development of material handling system solutions, leveraging deep expertise in equipment technology and operational processes
• You will partner with clients to define system requirements, analyze data, and deliver solutions that improve efficiency and meet end-user needs
• You will provide technical leadership during the sales phase, presenting solutions and building client confidence in Körber’s capabilities
• You will support multiple concurrent projects ranging from $1M to $250M in value
• You will facilitate internal and client-facing meetings to align on system concepts, requirements, and project progress
• You will develop and utilize material flow calculations and Basis of Design (BOD) to define system performance and throughput
• You will serve as a subject matter expert on material handling equipment, ensuring optimal technology selection and system integration
• You will create system concepts, process flows, and material flow diagrams to support solution development and decision‑making
• You will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, design, bid, and operations teams to develop specifications, pricing, and project handoff documentation
• You will support system validation through simulation, emulation, and commissioning, ensuring alignment with “as-sold” solutions and acceptance criteria

Your profile

• You are proficient in automation layout and design with AutoCAD 2D or Navisworks, and know about 3D CAD modeling and drafting
• You can travel 25%
• You understand automation controls with a demonstrated interest in cross‑functional collaboration
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• You can clearly document technical decisions using visuals, diagrams, and concise written explanations
• You have excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a data‑driven approach to decision‑making
• You have a proven track record of delivering high‑quality work that meets or exceeds customer expectations

Education and Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification may be required in some areas.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in related field and successful demonstration of knowledge and responsibilities.

Your benefits

• You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work‑life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to six percent
• You are provided with several company‑paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long‑term disability, basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs

Your working environment at Körber

Körber is pioneering cutting‑edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America, and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer‑centric services and solutions with our dynamic Parcel Logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA.

This full‑time, exempt position offers a hybrid work schedule—three days in‑office for candidates based in the preferred location of Dallas–Fort Worth, TX. Candidates in all other locations will work remotely.

Can you see yourself in this profile? Then Körber is the right place for you. We look forward to getting to know you!

Equal opportunity employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and/or local law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience, please contact us via [e-mail]. We work with selected partners and therefore ask recruitment consultancies to refrain from contacting us by mail or telephone.

Disclaimer: The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at‑will employment status. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, experience, education, skills, location, and market and business considerations.