Lead Automation Engineer
Core
Designing, implementing, and optimizing automation systems (AMRs, Robotics, ASRS, sortation) within fulfillment networks and distribution centers.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Automation Engineer (Industrial/Logistics)
Builds
Automated order fulfillment solutions, new technology implementations, and optimized distribution center layouts.
Domain
Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Equipment selection and design, PLCs, WCS/WES/WMS, SQL, data visualization, AutoCAD, mechanical aptitude, cost/benefit analysis, RFQ creation, requirements documentation, data analytics, mentoring
Preferred skills
Multi-site industrial distribution experience, statistics, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
AMRs, Robotics, ASRS, PLCs, WCS, WES, WMS, SQL (Snowflake, MSSQL), Tableau, Grafana, AutoCAD
Responsibilities
Lead design efforts for new automation technology; act as principal contact for external vendors and system integrators; optimize distribution center layouts and material flows; lead data analytic efforts for project success; own business case justification for CapEx purchases; mentor junior engineers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
