Warehouse Design and Automation Engineer (1153359)

The Judge Group; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Warehouse Design & Automation Engineer in Saint Paul, MN to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced warehouse automation in a large-scale manufacturing environment.

You will focus on warehouse design, robotics integration, ASRS, and material handling, driving efficiency from concept through commissioning with cross-functional collaboration. This role offers on-site work and a path to advanced automation projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering or related field.
• Experience designing warehouse automation and material handling solutions.
• Knowledge of ASRS, conveyors, and warehouse automation technologies.
• Experience with WMS/WES/WCS integration and system interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Design and redesign warehouse operations, including storage strategies and capacity planning.
• Develop automation solutions for put-away, picking, conveying, storage, and retrieval.
• Lead projects from concept through installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Define project scope, schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers, fabrication teams, plant personnel, and external vendors.
• Evaluate and select warehouse automation technologies including ASRS, robotics, AMRs, AGVs, conveyors, vision systems, and related controls.

Skills

ASRS

AMRs

AGVs

Cobots

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

WMS

WES

WCS

PLC Programming

Job description

• Material Handling Systems

Location: Saint Paul, MN (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $130,000.00 USD Annually - $140,000.00 USD Annually

Salary: Up to $140,000

We are seeking a Warehouse Design & Automation Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced warehouse automation solutions within a large-scale manufacturing environment. This role will focus on warehouse design, material flow optimization, robotics integration, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), and operational automation from concept through commissioning.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in warehouse automation technologies, robotics, material handling systems, and industrial engineering principles, with experience supporting manufacturing, converting, packaging, or distribution operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and redesign warehouse operations, including storage strategies, capacity planning, and technology selection.
• Develop automation solutions for warehouse operations, including put-away, picking, conveying, storage, and retrieval systems.
• Lead projects from concept development through installation, commissioning, and final handover.
• Define project scope, schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers, fabrication teams, plant personnel, and external vendors.
• Evaluate and select warehouse automation technologies including ASRS, robotics, AMRs, AGVs, conveyors, vision systems, and related controls.
• Develop and maintain relationships with OEMs and automation equipment suppliers.
• Support integration with WMS, WES, WCS, Plant IT, and manufacturing systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Value Stream Mapping methodologies.
• Participate in simulation modeling activities and analyze "what-if" scenarios to improve warehouse efficiency and performance.
• Manage installation and commissioning activities while ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Provide post-implementation support, troubleshooting, and technical guidance.
• Identify new automation opportunities across manufacturing and warehouse operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience designing warehouse automation and material handling solutions.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
• Conveying systems
• Warehouse automation technologies
• Order picking and put-away automation
• Material flow optimization
• Experience with:
• Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
• Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)
• Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
• Machine vision systems
• Robotics integration projects
• Knowledge of warehouse software and system integration including:
• WMS
• WES
• WCS
• Understanding of advanced robotics concepts including:
• Human-robot collaboration
• Teleoperation
• Haptics
• Voice-guided robotics
• Fleet management systems
• Strong understanding of controls engineering concepts and industrial automation architectures.
• Experience supporting equipment procurement, installation, start-up, and commissioning activities.
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within converting, packaging, consumer products, paper, film, nonwoven, or manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of jumbo roll storage, handling, retrieval, and packaging operations.
• Experience with simulation and digital modeling tools.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience managing relationships with global automation OEMs and system integrators.

Technologies & Equipment

• ASRS
• AMRs
• AGVs
• Cobots
• Robotics
• Vision Systems
• Conveyors
• PLCs
• HMIs
• Sensors
• WMS
• WES
• WCS
• Material Handling Systems
• Warehouse Automation Platforms

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to help shape next-generation warehouse automation solutions within a highly innovative manufacturing environment. You will work with cutting-edge robotics, intelligent material handling systems, and advanced automation technologies while leading strategic projects that directly impact operational efficiency and business performance.

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance, disability benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, training and development opportunities, and other employee-focused programs. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may vary by location and employment status.

This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com