Design Engineer - Warehouse & Logistics Solutions About the Role We are seeking a Design Engineer to turn customer requirements into practical warehouse, logistics, and operating solutions. This role develops layouts, process flows, resource requirements, and cost models for new business opportunities and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work with Solutions Design, Program Management, Operations, Quality, Training, and IT to develop accurate, technically sound solutions and support implementation from proposal through launch. Occasional travel to support operational launches is an expectation in this role. Key Responsibilities RFQ Analysis and Solution Development Review customer requests for quotation (RFQs), identify missing information, and develop clarification questions. Analyze customer requirements, conduct scope studies, and document operating assumptions and exclusions. Determine labor, equipment, storage, and space requirements. Develop cost estimates, cost models, warehouse layouts, and process flows. Prepare proposed solutions and complete quote packages for manager review. Technical Design and Proposal Support Design material flow, storage, sequencing, kitting, assembly, and other service solutions. Evaluate equipment, technology, and automation options. Define warehouse management system (WMS) and business-system requirements in coordination with IT. Prepare technical documentation and proposal content. Support customer presentations and technical discussions when authorized. Revise solutions based on customer feedback and provide technical information to support commercial discussions. Launch and Implementation Support Participate in formal project handoffs and explain the technical solution to Program Management. Complete assigned engineering actions and clarify design requirements during implementation. Support design changes and provide technical assistance through startup and stabilization. Escalate significant scope changes, technical risks, capacity constraints, and conflicting priorities. Continuous Improvement Investigate improvement opportunities with Operations and analyze current processes. Develop improvement concepts, revised layouts, and process changes. Quantify expected benefits where appropriate. Create or update work instructions in coordination with Quality and Training. Support implementation and validate results. Skills for Success Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Ability to translate customer requirements into clear, executable operating solutions. Ability to develop layouts, process flows, resource plans, and cost models. CAD experience preferred. Clear written and verbal communication, including technical documentation and presentations. Attention to detail, accuracy, and established engineering standards. Ability to manage assigned work, meet deadlines, and collaborate across departments. Sound judgment in identifying risks and escalating decisions that require management review. How Success Is Measured Timely completion and accuracy of quote deliverables. Technical quality and completeness of proposed solutions. Engineering productivity and adherence to established processes. Successful implementation of improvement initiatives. Increasing independence in managing RFQ and engineering assignments. Career Development This role offers a development path from completing defined engineering tasks with manager support to independently owning RFQ development and complex technical initiatives. Apply If you enjoy solving operational problems and turning customer requirements into practical solutions, apply now!

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Experience with RFQ process.

Willingness to travel:

25% (Required)

Work Location:

In person