Solution Design Engineer

Solutions Design Engineer

The Solutions Design Engineer position reports to the Solutions Engineering Manager. The Solutions Design Engineer executes data analysis, generates workflows, and constructs initial warehouse and distribution design concepts for new and existing clients.

This is a hands-on, front-end Solutions Design Engineer role focused on concept development from data analysis → facility layout → costing → presentations → RFP support. The role is execution-oriented and requires a practitioner mindset, directly producing layouts, models, estimates, and proposal content.

The Solutions Design Engineer will work on the Engineering Design Team to create and publish final designs. The designs will include solution concepts, CAD drawings, cost estimates, modeling outputs, and presentation materials to support customer proposals.

Analyze order data, inventory data, and SKU profiles to support facility layout and solution development

Provide productivity, capacity, and space estimates in support of business development and Requests for Proposal (RFPs)

Own front-end solution concepting, including layout development, automation ideation, and high-level system modeling

Create presentations to support engineering recommendations and present solutions to senior management and customers

Conduct feasibility studies to determine the ROI on proposed solutions

Participate in customer presentations and proposal reviews

Consult with operations personnel to validate that proposed solutions are practical, cost-effective, and implementable

Support RFP responses and proposal development, including scope definition, assumptions, narratives, and technical content

Develop facility and automation concepts using CAD and modeling tools, incorporating conveyance, robotics, and complex material handling technologies where applicable

Collaborate with integrators, vendors, and internal stakeholders to evaluate automation approaches and solution alternatives

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Three to five years of experience in warehousing and distribution. Automation and solution design experience preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD

Strong written, oral, and presentation skills

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Ability to interact with all levels of management, from supervisory to executive management level

Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments, with the ability to meet tight deadlines

Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

This role requires approximately 25% travel (some international travel may also be required)

Role is primarily office-based but can be remote with site visits to warehouses, vendors, and customer locations as needed

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)

And more!

$120,000 - $140,000*

* The above-stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.