Raymond West is looking for a dynamic Systems Design Engineer to join our Systems team! The Systems Design Engineer mid-level position with a specific focus on solving complex automation solutions that use multiple vendors and design aspects to meet and exceed the needs of our customers. The Systems Engineer will be responsible for design aspects of supply chain, distribution and warehousing systems focusing on conveyors, sortation, and automated storage systems along with integration of racking, shelving, mezzanines, picking systems and supporting software.

Our Systems Design Engineers work closely with the Sales team and other Storage and Automation staff to oversee design and estimating along with engineering support of our project management team while maintaining Raymond's reputation, integrity, and customer-first approach.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary duties and responsibilities will vary with the specific position. Typical responsibilities are listed below. This list is not inclusive.

• Materials Handling Systems Application Knowledge
• Develop storage and automation design concepts based on customer operational requirements and data.
• Work with Vendors and RW Sales to help develop estimates when needed.
• Development of 2D and 3D CAD drawings to support the sales process.
• Substantial and extensive experience with planning, management, and execution of complex material handling systems
• Understanding of the dynamic handling characteristics, constraints and risks associated with the wide range of materials handled within a complex material handling system.
• Knowledge of the constraints and methods for defining and demonstrating equipment, subsystem, and system performance criteria.
• Understanding and knowledge of various controls architectures, related controls levels, and the functionality of controls domains, inclusive of WMS and WCS integration.
• Knowledge and understanding of the responsibilities and impacts of project execution when interfacing with General Contractors, Construction Managers or owners.
• Knowledge and ability to identify and develop the proper team skills required for the successful implementation of the various products and subsystems employed in complex systems inclusive of mechanical, controls, software, and installation.
• Ability to develop detailed project schedules inclusive of all in-scope engineering, installation, and integration schedule activities as well as explicit and implicate out-of-scope milestones by others (i.e. owners and general contractors) impacting project execution, using MS Project.
• Ability to develop, define, and execute acceptance test plans inclusive of physical, function, rate and availability testing.
• Knowledge of 3rd party procurement including development of RFPs/RFQs, bid review and assessment, and contract award in cooperation with purchasing resources.
• Experience with and execution of general processes associated with change control, approvals, and information exchange involving several stake holders, both internal and external, in particular with a large number of subcontractors.
• Ability to coordinate the execution of activities by internal resources as well as contractor resources and recognize early and proactively issues that require corrective action and impact on timely execution.
• Ability to cause team and organizational action to mitigate scope, schedule, and cost concerns both internally and with customers.
• Experience with the coordination of on-site activities involving many (sub) contractors vying for the same space and time windows. Interface with local code requirements including, seismic, fire, and ADA.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent Organizational Time Management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office Suite and similar software
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of
• organization.
• Must be able to maintain effective working relationships with employees, Co-workers, and Managers in other departments.
• Must be willing to work off-hours as specific needs dictate and willing to assume more responsibility as required.
• Be able to demonstrate proficiency with AutoCad, MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Project.
• Be able to perform systems design & layout to include conveyor systems, AS/RS, shuttle systems, and other various material handling equipment.
• Be able to perform design and layout for related products to include, but not limited to the following: Mezzanine, Wire Guidance & Conveyor.
• Possess experience in sales, support engineering, and contract preparation/administration.
• Be familiar with seismic design requirements, high pile, code, permitting and costing.
• Be able to scale and complete take off of existing facilities as requested by Management.
• Be able to perform duties under minimal supervision but respond to rapidly varying requirements.
• Demonstrate drive and initiative, maintain records of activities.
• Be willing to comply with Employee Handbook.
• Be willing to continually learn new products and policies.
• Be able to manage time effectively and maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Be willing and able to learn quickly and perform accurately and neatly with a degree of flexibility.
• Be able to perform independently, and as part of a team with Sales Representatives, suppliers, installers, and clients.
• Be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Must have a valid, unrestricted driver license with no more than allowable number of points on record.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Education/Experience:

Minimum Education and Experience: Determined by position.

• Bachelor's Degree in Drafting, Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Must have experience with AutoCAD.
• Engineering background with over 5 years' experience in application, design, and installation of material handling equipment (conveyor, etc.) mechanical (rack, etc.) structural systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position is Sedentary and desk bound.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally required to travel to job sites or other offices.

Pay Range:

• The salary range for this position is $83,000 - $95,000. The specific pay offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Qualified candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Raymond West provides medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, personal time off, holiday pay and a great team to work with!

Check us out at www.raymondwest.com. Raymond West has a great group of loyal and hardworking employees who help us maintain our exemplary level of sales and service.

Apply on-line via the submit resume button provided. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified persons to apply. We encourage qualified military veterans and persons with disabilities to submit their resume online. We are a drug free company.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.