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Solution Design Project Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesFull-time$91k2026-10-13 → 2026-11-10

Core

Develop large-scale material handling and automation solutions by translating customer requirements into actionable system concepts, layouts, and cost estimates.

Role type

Senior IC solution design project engineer

Builds

Material handling systems, automation solutions, and proposal documentation for distribution centers

Domain

Intralogistics, warehouse automation, material handling

Required skills

Systems engineering, value engineering, cost estimation, risk mitigation, cross-functional collaboration, technical solution design, vendor proposal evaluation, project coordination

Preferred skills

PLC controls, WMS/WCS, simulation tools, construction estimating, mechatronics

Technologies

WCS, WMS, PLC, conveyor systems, sortation systems, ASRS, unit load systems

Responsibilities

Review customer requirements and RFPs to develop executable automation solutions; Create system concepts, layouts, and proposal drawings; Prepare cost estimates, material lists, and change order quotations; Evaluate solution alternatives and apply value engineering; Coordinate engineering activities and resources during the quotation phase; Partner with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to align solution scope; Lead pricing reviews and support customer presentations; Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and support transition to project execution

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC