Key Responsibilities:
Project Management
Full Project Lifecycle: Demonstrated experience from concept and design to manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and handover of complex industrial projects.
Conveyor Systems Specific: Proven track record with various types of conveyor systems (belt, roller, chain, slat, overhead, etc.), material handling equipment, and associated automation.
Schedule Management: Successful completion of projects/deliverables on time.
Stakeholder Management: Experience working with internal teams (engineering, sales, manufacturing, installation), external clients, contractors, and suppliers.
Risk Management: Identification, assessment, and mitigation of project risks.
Change Management: Managing scope changes, variations, and customer requests effectively.
Technical Engineering
Design & Analysis: Experience in mechanical design, structural analysis, and selection of components for conveyor systems (e.g. chains, motors, gearboxes, trolleys, bearings, sprockets, rollers, etc.).
Technical Documentation: Experience creating detailed fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and mechanical installation layouts.
Automation & Controls Integration: Understanding of sensor integration, electrical device layouts, and control systems relevant to conveyor automation.
Manufacturing & Fabrication: Familiarity with manufacturing processes, welding, and fabrication techniques for conveyor components.
Site Installation & Commissioning: Hands-on experience or strong oversight of on-site installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
Required Experience:
Client-Facing Experience: Demonstrated ability to interact professionally and effectively with clients, manage expectations, and build relationships.
Leadership/Mentorship: Experience leading project teams, mentoring junior engineers, or providing technical guidance.
CAD Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software (Inventor, AutoCAD, Vault, Revit, etc.) for design, layout, and detailing.
Engineering Principles: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, material science, dynamics, and structural analysis.
Controls Knowledge: Understanding of industrial automation platforms and ability to interpret electrical schematics and control logic.
Task Management: Ability to prioritize tasking and align project engineering team accordingly.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address technical challenges and project roadblocks.
Risk Assessment: Proactive identification and mitigation of project risks.
Qualifications:
Required: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field.
Desired: Master’s Degree, PMP, PE Licensure, Industry Specific Training