Solution Design Engineer I

Barrett Distribution Centers is a leader in providing customized third-party logistics and distribution services. The Solution Design Engineer I will support the design of innovative operational solutions, collaborating with various teams to ensure customer requirements are met and operational efficiency is achieved.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of end-to-end operational solutions for new business opportunities, including facility layouts, material handling equipment selection, labor planning, and basic technology integration, under the guidance of senior engineers
• Participate in customer and internal discussions to understand business needs, operational constraints, and service expectations; assist in translating requirements into design inputs and specifications
• Analyze historical and forecasted data to support throughput, storage capacity, and labor planning using established models, tools, and templates
• Assist in developing solution narratives, cost models, and ROI analyses for RFP responses and new business proposals; support internal and customer presentations
• Support the evaluation and incorporation of standard automation technologies, systems, and process flows into proposed solutions
• Collaborate with sales, operations, engineering, IT, and project management teams to support solution development and implementation efforts
• Prepare design documentation, CAD layouts, and presentation materials to communicate solution concepts, assumptions, and benefits
• Apply industry-accepted technologies, automation concepts, and best practices in solution design while developing technical and business expertise
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Moderate travel required to customer sites and company facilities (approximately 30%, up to 50% during peak project phases)

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field required
• Up to Two (2) years' experience in solution design, business process engineering, warehousing, production environment, or related experience required
• Working knowledge of solution design and warehouse engineering principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and AutoCAD
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations and industry best practices
• Basic to working knowledge of WMS functionality and concepts
• Ability to adjust training presentations to skill set of audience
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to deal with a high level of ambiguity, balance competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines
• Strong emphasis on organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must demonstrate high level of interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work well under pressure and problem solve across a variety of business processes

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for advancement – we love to promote from within!
• Ongoing training and leadership development
• Profit-sharing program – all employees benefit when the company succeeds!
• Competitive compensation
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K savings plan with company match
• PTO
• A second-to-none culture where you’ll be treated like family and allowed to excel

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