About Us

Daifuku is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.‐based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in‐house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading‐edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light‐directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary 

Provides structural engineering expertise in projects from the quote stage to final engineering. Typical projects include the design and installation of structural steel platforms, conveyor support structures, elevated walkways, for large distribution centers. Offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and advancement. 

• Plans, schedules, and coordinates engineering work to existing storage equipment to meet customer requirements; may work on phases of a larger project or an entire smaller project
• Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer requirements and specifications
• Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems
• Creates approval, permit, installation and fabrication drawings using Revit & AutoCAD
• Obtains material and product quotes from vendors and issues purchase orders
• Monitors the project schedule, engineering time, and project budgets
• Works with other disciplines on the project team to ensure the engineered solution and all equipment fit within system confines and constraints
• Travels up to 10% in North America, mostly within the Continental United States

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural, Architectural or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience 

• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience 

• Previous material handling or construction experience or previous structural steel detailing experience a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Proficient in AutoCAD; and Microsoft Office
• Revit experience is a plus 
• Ability to handle multiple project assignments and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced results-oriented environment
• Ability to learn the material handling business and assist across teams and divisions 
• Ability to interface effectively with internal and external customers, vendors, consulting engineers, architects, and installers 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills 
• Team-oriented and collaborative 
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented 
• Ability to learn new technology 

   

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

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This position does not offer visa sponsorship