Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer - Conventional
Daifuku · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Engineer material handling systems for parcel applications.
- Integrate Daifuku and third-party hardware.
- Collaborate with controls, software, and project teams.
- Manage system retrofits, upgrades, and aftermarket sales.
- Develop quotes, proposals, and system solutions.
About the role
About Us
Daifuku is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.‐based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in‐house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading‐edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light‐directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you.
Position Summary
The candidate will be responsible for engineering material handling systems, focusing on developing conveyor and sortation solutions for parcel and tote applications. This role requires integrating Daifuku manufactured and third-party hardware to meet or exceed customer expectations. The candidate will work in a dynamic environment requiring collaboration across controls, software engineering and project management teams. The role includes performing engineering and estimating duties for various industry subsystems, managing system retrofits, upgrades, and aftermarket sales activities.
Design/Enhance Systems
- Refine scope of work received from customer or sales equipment application standards to meet customer requirements.
- Design and enhance conveyor systems including receiving, shipping, picking, packing, routing, and buffer subsystems.
Product Design Review
Ensure compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer requirements.
Technical Coordination
Coordinate activities related to technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.
Drawing Creation
Create approval, permit, and installation drawings using AutoCAD.
Quote and Purchase Orders
Obtain material and product quotes from vendors and works with purchasing teams to issue purchase orders.
Project Monitoring
Monitor project schedules, engineering time, and material costs. Able to prioritize and manage multiple assigned projects in Execution Phases and Quote Phases.
Team Collaboration
Work with other project team disciplines to ensure the engineered solution fits within system constraints.
Customer Interface
Travel up to 20% for measuring buildings, inventorying equipment, commissioning systems, and interfacing with customers.
Continuous Improvement
Participate in continuous improvement projects.
Proposal Development
Assist in quoting and proposal development with the Direct Amazon Account Manager. This includes working with Amazon for scope development driving pricing and proposals for all aftermarket opportunities.
Solutions Development
Estimates project costs, including working with other Wynright groups. Support sales by visiting job sites for customer meetings and surveys.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline, preferably Mechanical or Industrial, or equivalent experience
- Minimum Of 4 Years Of Material Handling Related Experience
Technical Proficiency
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Proficiency in Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams)
Project Management
Ability to handle intermediate-sized project assignments with minimal supervision.
Industry Knowledge
Knowledge of the material handling business and ability to assist across teams and divisions.
Communication Skills
Strong command of English, both written and verbal. Ability to effectively interface with internal and external customers, vendors, consulting engineers, architects, and installers.
Problem-Solving
Ability to analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
Team Orientation
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Self-Motivation
Self-motivated and detail-oriented. Proactive in identifying and addressing project needs.
Learning Agility
Ability to learn new technology. Willingness to continuously develop technical and professional skills.
Key Skills/Competency
- Mechanical Engineering
- Material Handling Systems
- Conveyor Design
- Sortation Systems
- AutoCAD
- Project Management
- Customer Interface
- Problem-Solving
- Technical Coordination
- Proposal Development
Skills & topics
- Mechanical Engineer
- Material Handling
- Conveyor Systems
- Sortation Systems
- AutoCAD
- Project Management
- Engineering
- Aftermarket Sales
- Intralogistics
- System Design
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight material handling experience and AutoCAD proficiency.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize project management and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrate industry knowledge: Mention experience with conveyor and sortation systems.
- Prepare for interviews: Discuss past projects and collaborative team experiences.
- Express enthusiasm: Convey passion for material handling solutions.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for an Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer at Daifuku?
- As an Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer at Daifuku, your key responsibilities include engineering material handling systems, specifically conveyor and sortation solutions. You will integrate hardware, manage system retrofits and upgrades, develop quotes and proposals, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Customer interface and project monitoring are also crucial aspects of this role.
- What qualifications are essential for this Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer position?
- To be considered for the Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer role at Daifuku, you need a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience) and at least 4 years of material handling related experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Products is also required.
- Does this Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer role require travel?
- Yes, this Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer position requires up to 20% travel. This travel is for activities such as measuring buildings, inventorying equipment, commissioning systems, and interfacing directly with customers.
- What is the salary range for the Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer at Daifuku?
- The annual salary range for the Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer position at Daifuku is between $110,000.00 and $120,000.00 USD.
- What kind of projects will an Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer work on at Daifuku?
- An Aftermarket Mechanical Engineer at Daifuku will work on a variety of projects including designing and enhancing conveyor systems for parcel and tote applications, managing system retrofits and upgrades, and developing solutions for aftermarket sales opportunities, often in collaboration with teams supporting Amazon accounts.
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