Warehouse Automation Engineer — Lead Pilots and ROI Wins

Ryder System, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Automation Engineering professional to identify, pilot, and deploy advanced warehouse automation technologies.

The role collaborates with operations, IT, solution design, and stakeholders to demonstrate value and feasibility, driving efficiencies and new business opportunities. The position requires strong project management, data analytics, and practical engineering knowledge to validate designs, manage vendor selections, and ensure successful on-site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years in warehouse automation, material handling, industrial engineering or warehouse systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation technology evaluation and ROI analysis for new business opportunities.
• Support RFPs and vendor selections, including design validation and contractual reviews.
• Coordinate project milestones, on-site implementation, and post-go-live support.
• Perform data analysis to support system optimization and decision making.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Ownership and leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

CAD

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Automation Engineering professional to identify, pilot, and deploy advanced warehouse automation technologies.

The role collaborates with operations, IT, solution design, and stakeholders to demonstrate value and feasibility, driving efficiencies and new business opportunities. The position requires strong project management, data analytics, and practical engineering knowledge to validate designs, manage vendor selections, and ensure successful on-site