Now Hiring - Solutions Design Engineer in Saint Louis, MO

This position is responsible for designing, developing and implementing supply chain solutions for prospective clients to meet the goals and objectives of their organization.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Design and implement supply chain solutions from large scale (geographical optimization) down to small scale (design of processes and lines / stations).
• Develop logistic service solutions for prospective clients focusing on warehousing, kitting, sequencing and transportation.
• Work closely with Business Development/Account Management to launch and support the develop and implement solutions to meet the requirements of new and existing business. Support sales in presenting the solution to the customer through proposals, conference calls and presentations
• Facilitate the application of lean principles. Apply lean tools, including standardized work, 5S visual factory, total productive maintenance, pull systems, value stream mapping, and related methodologies. Recommend and implement new and/or improve existing error proofing methods and technology.
• Assist with the ongoing development and enhancement of standardized engineering tools and methods.
• Direct the implementation of work standards through time studies and other accepted methods.
• Make informed recommendations and decisions related to the purchase or lease of capital equipment, including; forklifts, tooling, lift assists, generators, compressed air systems, racking, sweepers/scrubbers, compactors, and miscellaneous items pertaining to specific projects. Manage the project engineering equipment budget and report ongoing status to Customers and Executive Management.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (i.e. real estate, information technology, operations, transportation, human resources, accounting, etc.) to ensure pricing models are all-inclusive
• Obtain quotes, perform cost analysis and manage contractors working on various installations at multiple facilities.
• Participate in interviews and evaluation of new engineering recruits, as required, and take on responsibility of ongoing training and support of these plant and corporate resources.
• Regular and reliable attendance at work

Competencies

• Technical Capacity
• Communication Proficiency
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Decision Making
• Initiative
• Performance Management
• Thoroughness
• Adaptability

Work Environment

Warehouse environment subject to seasonal temperatures and regular exposure to forklift traffic.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Full Time. Schedule flexibility for extended or unplanned work hours is required.

Travel

Ability to Travel 25%

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Operations Research or related fields with a strong background in engineering redesign and cost savings initiatives.
• Experience in solutions design/development within the warehousing, logistics, supply chain, or industrial engineering services industries.
• Highly developed computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, Visio or equivalent, and Project Management software are required. Knowledge of Excel should include pivot tables and familiarity with common formulas. A working knowledge of relational database creation, queries, forms, reports, macros, and functions.
• Proficient in using AutoCAD or Fusion 360 to design functional workings of solutions in 3D and 2D formats.
• Ability to conceptualize existing operations and innovative solution designs from provided datasets and determine opportunities for improvements. Knowledgeable on state-of-the-art technology and supply chain best practices.
• Ability to be flexible, effective, and productive in a fast-paced, innovative solution development environment with strong communication skills and the ability to work with customers.
• Ability to provide training and support to both internal and external customers is required.
• Ability to learn software applications quickly.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel at 25%.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.