Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

As a Project Engineer, you will deliver efficient and cost-effective automated material handling solutions for warehouse, industrial, and manufacturing sectors, meeting customer and end-user requirements. Your role will involve coordinating engineering and technical project aspects, including product and solution research, costing, engineering development, problem-solving, and model designing execution. You will adapt and improve existing engineering designs, provide technical support to various teams, and develop relationships with customers to understand their operational needs. This position requires up to 30% travel, including international trips, primarily to Japan and Canada, for project confirmation and equipment inspections.

Hard Skills

• CAD (AutoCAD and Solidworks) - nice to have
• Experience with conveyor systems design/control
• Understanding of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) and Warehouse Management/Control Software systems
• Project design/tracking software (e.g., Microsoft Project)
• Customer Relationship Management systems (e.g., SalesForce CRM)
• Ability to develop Mechanical and Electrical RFQs
• Solid understanding of system schematics and electrical engineering codes
• Functional knowledge of software platforms related to industrial automation

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Effective communication
• Ability to work collaboratively with international teams
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Strong analytical and data analysis skills

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Work Environment

This position involves up to 30% travel to the US, Japan, and Canada, which are planned in advance. The work environment is close-knit with a focus on team collaboration. The company values long-term employee relationships and has a diverse and inclusive environment focused on automation and machine tool customization.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $85,000 - $92,000