Principal System Engineer

at Wynright in Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Location

US-IL-Bolingbrook

Title 
Principal System Engineer - WYN  

# of Openings 
1  

Shift 
1st Shift  

Company Division 
WYN
Overview

About Us
Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
Job Summary
The Principal System Engineer designs highly automated material handling projects and solutions across multiple engineering disciplinessuch as Mechanical, Controls, ASRS and Robotics

Responsibilities

Ability to lead/influence multiple teams and accomplish project goals effectively
Mentor others within the organization as needed
Ability to handle multiple project assignments and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
Ability to interface effectively with internal and external customers, vendors, consulting engineers, architects, and installers
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate high level of emotional intelligence
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Team-oriented and collaborative
Self-motivated and detail-oriented
Review/influence large automated project proposals/concepts ahead of project sales
Coordinate and influence all engineering disciplines towards best in class solutions when dealing with large automated systems
Participate, when appropriate, in the project design cycle as an individual contributor
Setup/facilitate project design review with all stakeholder to ensure that deliverables are suitable for construction, meeting customer expectations, safety standards as well as meeting budgetary constraints.
Engage with third party equipment manufacturers in developing request for proposals (RFP's) that are in line with project requirements. Review progress and coordinate with engineering teams to ensure that project goals are met.
Monitor project schedules, engineering deliverables and material costs
Occasionally travels to project site to review facilities prior or during construction activities, monitor progress, deployment of engineering solutions and during customer acceptance phase.
Participates in continuous improvement projects by providing meaningful feedback regarding products and internal processes
Resolves engineering issues by working with customers, vendors, and other team members

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline, preferably Mechanical or Industrial, or equivalent experience dealing with large/complex intralogistics projects
Minimum of 10 years of related experience
AutoCAD preferred and/or SolidWorks proficiency

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