Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Raymond Storage Concepts is a provider of customized material handling solutions focused on warehouse, fleet, and operational optimization. The Senior Applications Engineer will design and develop complex automated material handling systems, create technical proposals and documentation, support projects through execution and integration, and mentor other engineers.
Responsibilities
- Lead solution design for complex conveyor, sortation, pallet handling, AS/RS, robotic, and integrated material handling systems
- Evaluate customer requirements and determine the appropriate technologies based on throughput, storage capacity, product characteristics, operational requirements, and business objectives
- Develop detailed mechanical drawings for proposals and projects, including plan views, elevations, installation drawings, throughput models, and system layouts
- Create comprehensive technical proposals, including system concepts, equipment specifications, scope documentation, supplier and subcontractor pricing, and detailed cost estimates
- Use strong technical writing skills to translate complex engineering concepts into clear, accurate, and professional proposals, scopes of work, descriptions of operation, technical documentation, and customer-facing materials
- Develop detailed Descriptions of Operation and other system documentation for use by customer operations, maintenance teams, integrators, and project stakeholders
- Prepare and support customer presentations that clearly communicate system concepts, equipment specifications, throughput capabilities, and recommended solutions
- Generate system bills of material and spare-parts lists and coordinate the ordering of equipment and project services
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with equipment suppliers and subcontractors to support solution development, pricing, technical requirements, and delivery schedules
- Participate in customer site visits to document existing conditions and identify opportunities to improve, expand, automate, or upgrade existing systems
- Lead technical reviews of proposals and projects to help ensure engineering quality, accuracy, feasibility, and consistency
- Serve as a mentor and technical resource for other team members and lead internal technical training when needed
- Support projects from early concept development through engineering, execution, integration, and final handoff
Skills
- * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering/technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- * 15+ years of experience in the material handling industry
- * 5+ years of experience creating material handling system drawings using AutoCAD or equivalent software
- * 15+ years of experience with automated sortation technologies, including technologies such as shoe sorters, cross-belt sorters, tilt-tray sorters, and MDR transfers
- * 5+ years of experience with automated pallet-handling equipment, including conveyors, transfers, turntables, and lifts
- * 5+ years of experience developing complex technical proposals and cost estimates
- * Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to create clear, detailed, and technically accurate proposals, scopes, descriptions of operation, system documentation, and other technical materials
- * Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- * Strong knowledge of applicable industrial safety standards, including ANSI, OSHA, RIA, CEMA, and/or ISO standards
- * Strong understanding of industrial control concepts, including PLCs, VFDs, WCS/WMS, HMIs, Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet, and Modbus
- * Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, I/O drawings, and panel layouts
- * Residence in Greater Cincinnati or Columbus, OH areas
- * High school diploma, general education degree (GED), and/or technical school
- * General mechanical aptitude
- * Strong customer service focus and communication skills
- * Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software
- * Must maintain a clean driving record, as the position involves travel
- * Must work well independently and in team environment
- * Must be a driven and self-motivated individual
- * Experience with AS/RS mechanical design, including shuttles, cranes, lifts, racking interfaces, and load-handling devices
- * Experience integrating robotics and autonomous technologies, including AMRs, robotic picking, palletizing, and depalletizing
- * Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or equivalent
- * Experience with manufacturing or warehouse process optimization
- * Experience with Hytrol conveyors and HyCAD
- * Experience with rack and storage systems
- * Minimum of one to three years' related experience in the lift truck industry preferred
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer Time Off
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- A fun, competitive, and team-oriented company culture
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