Senior Industrial Automation Project Engineer

 Posted 2 days ago
     
 $90000 - $115K per year
  
5-10 years experience
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The Senior Project Engineer will lead the design and implementation of automation solutions while managing relationships with vendors and internal teams. They are responsible for overseeing project milestones, system commissioning, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Senior Project Engineer – Integrated Solutions

Join a Team That’s Transforming Supply Chains

Are you passionate about automation, material handling, and solving complex operational challenges? Do you thrive in an environment where innovation, collaboration, and customer success drive every decision?

MHS Lift is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our rapidly growing Integrated Solutions team. In this role, you’ll help design and implement cutting-edge automation solutions that modernize warehouses and distribution operations across North America.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact on the future of warehouse automation, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As the Senior Project Engineer, you’ll serve as a technical leader throughout the solution development and implementation process. Responsibilities include:

  • Lead relationships with automation vendors, including conveyor, AMR/AGV, robotics, and software providers.
  • Develop innovative automation solutions that align with customer operational and financial objectives.
  • Conduct customer site assessments and discovery meetings with the sales team.
  • Mentor engineering and sales teams on automation technologies, design principles, and industry best practices.
  • Support the creation of system layouts, engineering drawings, proposals, and solution presentations.
  • Oversee engineering, approvals, and order processing for automation projects.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to establish project milestones, sequencing, and successful project execution.
  • Support system commissioning and startup activities to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Participate in final project walkthroughs and client acceptance.
  • Build long-term customer relationships while delivering exceptional service and technical expertise.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
  • 7+ years of experience designing and implementing material handling or warehouse automation solutions.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Conveyor systems
    • Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)
    • Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)
    • Robotics
    • Warehouse automation technologies
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural, operational, and CAD drawings.
  • Experience developing technical solutions for warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environments.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and project management abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Experience

Experience within one or more of the following industries:

  • Material Handling
  • Supply Chain
  • Distribution & Warehousing
  • Industrial Automation
  • Manufacturing

We are unable to sponsor any visa or OPT.

Remote is possible for candidates meeting all requirements.

Why Join MHS Lift?

At MHS Lift, our people are our greatest asset. We’ve built a culture centered on teamwork, innovation, continuous learning, and customer success.

Ready to Build the Future?

If you’re an experienced engineering professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, leading innovative projects, and working alongside an exceptional team, we’d love to hear from you.



 

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