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Material Handling Systems, Inc. Mechanical Design Engineer - LPS Projects in Mount Washington, Kentucky

FORTNA partners with the world's leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn't just a job but a movement - a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves. Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach. Job Summary:The Mechanical Design Engineer III position is a senior design engineer role with expanded responsibilities. Depending on need, they will serve as the lead engineer on smaller LPS projects or as part of the design team on larger projects.When acting as the lead engineer the Engineer will be part of a cross-discipline project team, responsible for the successful and on time completion of conveyor upgrade and facility improvement projects. They will work closely with project managers, electrical and controls engineers, and installation teams. On these projects the Lead Designer will be responsible for the successful execution of all tasks related to mechanical engineering on a project. These include engineering schedule, concept design, equipment manifests, equipment and material selection, creating material requisitions and securing bids in support of procurement, creation of installation drawings, field support, project documentation, and overall adherence to customer and governing agency specifications.When the Mechanical Design Engineer is part of a project design team, their role is to aid in the successful and on time completion of conveyor upgrade and system integration projects. They work closely with a Mechanical Project Engineer and other Mechanical Design Engineers to complete the mechanical engineering portion of the projects. In this role the Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the successful creation of fabrication and installation drawings, bill of materials, and associated designs and documents under the direction of a Project Engineer. They are responsible for reviewing all relevant project documents to ensure accuracy and adherence to customer and governing agency specifications. Other tasks include, but are not limited to, performing site surveys, providing field support, preparing drawing submittals for customers and install teams, checking project drawings and documents for accuracy, performing site audits for as-builts, and preparing project close out documents.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesSoftware:Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etcAutodesk AutoCad, Inventor, and Vault required. Autodesk Recap, Navisworks, BIM and HyCad plug-in preferredSkills:Mechanical aptitude, oral and written communications, teamwork and collaboration, problem solving, work independently, self-starting, willingness to learn, time management, and able to manage multiple projects at a time.Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering and design.Four plus years of experience in material handling equipment design for parcel or distribution and fulfillment, or direct experience with MHS business practices. Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, etc.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Other Relevant InformationThis position may require up to 15% travel to various sites."The base salary range for this role is $36.59 to $54.90. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance."This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjgwNzQxLjEzMjUzQG1oc2dsb2JhbGNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

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