Automation Project Engineer

2 months ago

Oak Brook, United States Apex Companies, LLC Full time

Apex is currently seeking a Project Engineer to join our Automation Solutions team. The position is a unique role that will focus on implementing automated material handling projects, improve our client's warehousing and distribution performance, and improve their throughput capabilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Support sales with quoting of potential automation projects
  • Plan, manage, and implement material handling equipment (MHE) projects
  • Develop deliverables for implementation of various MHE products and subsystems:
    • Project Schedule: Utilize base project template and update to fit with specific project
    • Drawings: Mechanical, electrical and controls
    • Prepare and Document: Installation, commissioning, testing, training, and go-live
  • Gather information for the creation of purchase orders
  • Lead pre-installation walk through, project expectations, and Q&A with vendors and client
  • Manage project plan including work tasks, schedule, budget, issues, risks and resources
  • Prepare and communicate the proper project status on weekly basis
  • Manage project scope, mitigate issues and resolve installation problems
  • Manage change orders from request through execution including document management
  • On-site inspection and supervision, as required, to ensure installation is in accordance with drawings and design specifications, and management of vendor and sub-contractor resources
  • Lead commissioning and system acceptance process
  • Coordinate development and execution of client training (operations, maintenance, and safety)
  • Perform active role in maintaining client relationships
  • Maintain shared-drive electronic files for all project documents
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, logistics or related field
  • The ability to travel is mandatory. Level of travel will be driven by project complexity and risk
  • Understanding of MHE projects, including flow analysis and controls concepts
  • Proficient in creating, and managing AutoCAD drawings within Autodesk Vault
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Familiarity with implementation of MHE technologies
  • Ability to work well in a team setting
  • Solid communication and organizational skills
Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience as a project manager and engineer in an automated MHE environment
  • Experience with systems such as WMS, WCS, or WES
  • Layout and design experience of a distribution center, warehouse, or manufacturing plant
  • Experience with systems configuration, commissioning, and testing
  • Ability and experience training end-users on new equipment and systems
  • Experience with specification preparation of MHE and systems
Working for Apex: We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset-our employees drive our success. That's why Apex believes in empowering our people with real time career development, offering diverse and challenging work, and providing solid growth opportunities. We're always looking for talented people to join our team. If you have a let's get down to business, roll up your sleeves mindset, then Apex is the place for you.

Comprehensive Benefits:
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short Term Disability - Employer Sponsored
  • Voluntary Long Term Disability Benefits
  • Life Insurance

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