Senior Engineer, Implementations

POSITION SUMMARY

The Engineering Manager (Implementation) is responsible for providing design and execution support for projects tied to new and expanding business implementations in the North American region. The Engineering Manager designs the overall facility layout, storage media, and flow paired with appropriate equipment supporting the Concept of Operations. The detailed design must meet customer and organizational requirements tied to Safety, Quality, and Productivity. Once approved by the Project Steering Committee, the engineer manages the physical implementation of the design adhering to scope, timeline, and budget requirements set by the Project Manager.

The Engineering Manager will be expected to execute smaller Implementation projects without Project Manager oversight and will lead the efforts of Implementation Engineers who are executing tasks on the projects on which both are engaged. The Engineering Manager will support the onboarding of new engineers in the department in the Engineering Functional Areas' processes, toolsets, and standards.

***This role can be based in Lawrenceville, GA; Aurora, IL; Port Reading, NJ; Lancaster, TX; Fontana, CA; or Virtual / Remote***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Full understanding of the approved Solutions Model tied to the client's award of business to DSV Solutions.

* Participation in "Advance Quality Planning" sessions with new clients validating processes, volumes, and other requirements.

* Determine and gain agreement of final layout design of facility, operating process, equipment type and quantity.

* Partner with Quality and other key functional groups that are part of implementation (HR, IT, Operations, etc.) to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and provide data inputs for those groups where required.

* Develop and provide the detailed tasks required for successful implementation to the Project Manager

* Provide tools to site team to track and report on established Key Performance Indicators

* Provide labor planning tool tailored to the client's business and agreed upon operating processes.

* Identify, procure, and manage installation of all necessary capital expense items to support successful launch of operation.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education & Experience:

* Four-year degree is basic requirement (Industrial Engineering preferred)

* Minimum of 5 years of job related/relevant experience.

* Minimum of 10 years Logistics/Supply Chain Industry experience

Computer Skills:

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Vizio

* Aptitude for AutoCAD, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Project

* Knowledge of WMS functionality

Certificates & Licenses: NA

Language Skills:

* English (reading, writing, verbal), Spanish a plus

* Interpersonal communication and language skills (e.g., listening to others, speaking to others, reading, writing).

* Communication (facilitation skills and very mature communication skills to be able to communicate to all levels in the organization).

Mathematical Skills

* Good mathematical skills

Other Skills:

* Experience dealing with end users, vendors and clients.

* Experience in 3PL environment.

* Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.

* Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Independent Contributor

Accountability

Communication / Building Partnership

Customer Orientation

Developing Oneself

Drive for Results

Embracing Change

Problem Solving

Professional Competencies

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally

* Handling/Sitting

Frequently

* Bending

Constantly

* Walking and Standing

Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull

* 21-50 pounds

o Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

Other Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.

Work Enviornment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

* Working conditions are normal for a warehouse environment. Exposure to changing warehouse temperatures is possible.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.