What are the responsibilities and job description for the Concepting & Estimating Engineer position at Aegis Sortation?
Brief Description
The Systems Concepting & Estimating group is responsible for developing designs and proposals for complete material handling systems and solutions for existing and new customer facilities. The engineers must understand the customers’ bid documents, specifications, material flows and operations. Applying this information and knowledge, the engineer will evaluate and select appropriate equipment / technology and will develop an overall design for the system. Once the design is established, the team will be responsible for estimating all the project costs and developing proposal documentation. This work will require input from and collaboration with external suppliers, as well as internal departments.
Responsibilities
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
About Aegis Sortation
At Aegis, our purpose is clear: to create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities.
Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we have a team capable of conceptualizing and laying out complex systems, and completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.
Benefits
It is the policy of Aegis Sortation 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, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
The Systems Concepting & Estimating group is responsible for developing designs and proposals for complete material handling systems and solutions for existing and new customer facilities. The engineers must understand the customers’ bid documents, specifications, material flows and operations. Applying this information and knowledge, the engineer will evaluate and select appropriate equipment / technology and will develop an overall design for the system. Once the design is established, the team will be responsible for estimating all the project costs and developing proposal documentation. This work will require input from and collaboration with external suppliers, as well as internal departments.
Responsibilities
- Read and apply customers’ bid documents and specifications, as well as analyze and understand material flows and operations.
- Apply engineering theory and principles to analyze application requirements and develop solutions.
- Travel to customer facilities to conduct site surveys for potential projects.
- Create material handling and sortation system designs and layouts using 2D and 3D CAD software.
- Create general arrangement drawings (plan views), elevation views, section views and bills of materials.
- Develop estimates for equipment and integration costs for potential new projects.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders as required to obtain the necessary information required to perform design and estimating functions.
- Write functional design documents, test plans and RFQ documents.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Proficient knowledge of material handling system layout concepts
- Working knowledge of project execution
- Ability to communicate, both orally and written, at all levels of the business and with customers.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with changing priorities.
- Basic knowledge of electrical controls related to material handling systems.
- Ability to travel to job sites and attend customer meetings.
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in mechanical/electrical/Industrial engineering or related field
- 5 years’ experience in the material handling industry or related.
- Experience with AutoCAD or other 3D CAD software.
- Simulation experience is a plus.
About Aegis Sortation
At Aegis, our purpose is clear: to create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities.
Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we have a team capable of conceptualizing and laying out complex systems, and completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- 401k
- Paid time off
- 10 Company Holidays
- Professional development opportunities
It is the policy of Aegis Sortation 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, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.