Warehouse Automation Engineer

Spreetail propels brands to increase their eCommerce market share across the globe while improving operational costs. We are seeking a Systems & Controls Engineer to bridge day‑to‑day operational reliability with forward‑looking automation initiatives, ensuring systems are designed, implemented, and maintained to support safe, scalable, and cost‑effective operations.

The role works closely with the Senior Manager, Facilities & Engineering and Program Manager, Network Expansion to evaluate, deploy, and optimize systems including conveyance, controls, and emerging automation technologies such as vision AI, sortation, and drones. The Engineer is responsible for ensuring technical quality, system performance, and sound engineering decisions across both existing operations and new initiatives.

• Serve as the technical expert for facility and MHE systems across fulfillment centers.
• Support evaluation and deployment of automation solutions across the network.
• Provide technical support for facility projects and system implementations.
• Manage vendor and contractor delivery to ensure high‑quality technical outcomes.
• Drive improvements in system reliability and performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related) or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience supporting MHE, conveyance, facilities systems, or automation in warehouse, manufacturing, or similar environments.
• Working knowledge of conveyance systems and material handling equipment; sensors, photo‑eyes, relays, and basic controls concepts; and mechanical and electrical system interactions.
• Experience troubleshooting system‑level issues in operational environments.
• Experience working with vendors, contractors, or system integrators.
• Experience supporting automation systems (sortation, robotics, vision systems, etc.) and familiarity with controls architecture or PLC‑adjacent systems is preferred.

• Flexibility to take care of yourself with a results‑driven culture, generous vacation policy, paid time‑off for wedding week, paid parental leave, and support for parents of growing families.
• Recognition of accomplishments with milestone celebrations, special gifts, swag store credit or donations to a nonprofit of your choice, and Spreetail Spotlight Awards.
• Health & wellness benefits including affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with coast‑to‑coast coverage, free telehealth, and on‑demand mental health resources.
• Opportunity to revolutionize your community with paid time off to give back and make a social impact.

Spreetail is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Spreetail is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected].