Designer - Material Handling Systems

General Summary

With direct supervision from the Group Manager, Project Manager and senior engineers, participate in the preparation and development of conveyor related project deliverables, ensure project deliverable quality and perform project assignments. The Conveyor Designer performs basic conveyor system related engineering calculations, participates in design development activities and may assist with implementation support.

• Understand basics of mechanical systems and manufacturing processes for various types of conveyor systems, including baggage handling and parcel handling. Also understand the basics of other mechanical systems and manufacturing processes as they relate to conveyors, material handling and delivery equipment, line display equipment, as well as pneumatic, hydraulic applications and electrical conveyor controls.
• Participate as directed, in the designing of system layouts and determination of operational requirements so that a detailed system flow can be generated.
• Participate as directed in the system throughput validation process. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
• Participate as directed in the creation of demolition and rework pertaining to the possible re‑use of existing equipment. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
• Participate as directed in the creation of structural support steel layouts. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
• Produce system as‑built/as‑installed drawings, as directed.
• Perform as directed to aid in the preparation or editing of project specifications and reports.
• Understand contract documents and project records. Maintain project records as well as daily personal records of communications and directions given and received.
• Understand governmental Safety Codes & Standards, as they relate to assignments.
• Understand client Specifications and Safety Codes & Standards, as they relate to assignments. Track and communicate project assignment status.
• Perform field checking of existing equipment, sites and facilities, as directed.
• Must be able to travel and accept field assignments to promote project success.

• Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university preferred.
• Prefer 1 – 5 years of related work experience.

• Proficient in Autodesk design software
  • Revit
  • Inventor (or similar non-Autodesk 3D modeling software)
  • AutoCAD
• Proficient in MS Office
• General knowledge of material handling concepts and engineering fundamentals
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.