What are the responsibilities and job description for the Designer - Material Handling Systems position at Ghafari Associates?
Job Description
General Summary:
With direct supervision from the Group Manager, Project Manager and senior engineers, participate in the preparation and development of conveyor related project deliverables, ensure project deliverable quality and perform project assignments. The Conveyor Designer performs basic conveyor system related engineering calculations, participate in design development activities and may assist with implementation support.
Essential Job Functions
Education / Experience:
At Ghafari Associates, we don’t just design buildings—we help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture, engineering, and consulting, we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work, manufacture, and connect.
Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds, technical experts, and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects, our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impact—both for our clients and within our communities.
We are committed to investing in our employees’ financial, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as their professional growth. Through robust training, licensure support, internships, mentorships, and tuition reimbursement, we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.
Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.
Pay Transparency
Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Accommodation
Ghafari Associates Is Also Committed To Providing Reasonable Accommodation To Individuals With Disabilities In The Employment Application Process. If You Need An Accommodation Due To a Disability To Use Our Online System To Apply For a Position, You May Also Apply For Positions In The Following Ways
General Summary:
With direct supervision from the Group Manager, Project Manager and senior engineers, participate in the preparation and development of conveyor related project deliverables, ensure project deliverable quality and perform project assignments. The Conveyor Designer performs basic conveyor system related engineering calculations, participate in design development activities and may assist with implementation support.
Essential Job Functions
- Understand basics of mechanical systems and manufacturing processes for various types of conveyor systems, including baggage handling and parcel handling. Also understand the basics of other mechanical systems and manufacturing processes as they relate to conveyors, material handling and delivery equipment, line display equipment, as well as pneumatic, hydraulic applications and electrical conveyor controls.
- Participate as directed, in the designing of system layouts and determination of operational requirements so that a detailed system flow can be generated.
- Participate as directed in the system throughput validation process. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
- Participate as directed in the creation of demolition and rework pertaining to the possible re-use of existing equipment. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
- Participate as directed in the creation of structural support steel layouts. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
- Produce system as-built/as-installed drawings, as directed.
- Perform as directed to aid in the preparation or editing of project specifications and reports.
- Understand contract documents and project records. Maintain project records as well as daily personal records of communications and directions given and received.
- Understand governmental Safety Codes & Standards, as they relate to assignments.
- Understand client Specifications and Safety Codes & Standards, as they relate to assignments Track and communicate project assignment status.
- Perform field checking of existing equipment, sites and facilities, as directed.
- Must be able to travel and accept field assignments to promote project success.
Education / Experience:
- Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university preferred
- Prefer 1 – 5 years of related work experience
- Proficient in Autodesk design software
- Revit
- Inventor (or similar non-Autodesk 3D modeling software)
- AutoCAD
- Proficient in MS Office
- General knowledge of material handling concepts and engineering fundamentals
- Good verbal and written communication skills
At Ghafari Associates, we don’t just design buildings—we help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture, engineering, and consulting, we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work, manufacture, and connect.
Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds, technical experts, and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects, our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impact—both for our clients and within our communities.
We are committed to investing in our employees’ financial, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as their professional growth. Through robust training, licensure support, internships, mentorships, and tuition reimbursement, we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.
Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.
Pay Transparency
Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Accommodation
Ghafari Associates Is Also Committed To Providing Reasonable Accommodation To Individuals With Disabilities In The Employment Application Process. If You Need An Accommodation Due To a Disability To Use Our Online System To Apply For a Position, You May Also Apply For Positions In The Following Ways
- By fax at: 313.436.8624, Attn: Human Resources
- By mail at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126, Attn: Human Resources
- In person at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126
- By email at: hr@ghafari.com