Lead Mechanical Engineer

March 12

🐎 Kentucky – Remote

Although this job is listed in Kentucky, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

🚗 Michigan – Remote

Although this job is listed in Michigan, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🧑‍🔧 Mechanical Engineer

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FORTNA

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FORTNA is a company that specializes in warehouse optimization, design, and automation services. They leverage proprietary processes, tools, and algorithms to design and deliver solutions that incorporate the best-fit automation technologies and intelligent software for supply chain operations. By focusing on unique industry challenges, FORTNA provides comprehensive and data-driven solutions aimed at improving operational efficiency and profitability across various sectors.

1001 - 5000 employees

🛍️ eCommerce

💰 Private Equity Round on 2019-03

📋 Description

• The Lead Engineer will be responsible for leading design work of distribution center operations and material handling systems with Fortna’s Clients. • Accountable for driving results around the quality and feasibility of design, ensuring operational and business requirements are met. • Expected to serve as the Engineering lead during Integrated Detail Design (IDD) and Implementation phases of projects. • Will lead multiple project or program efforts for Fortna’s Clients, providing coaching, mentoring, and developing other members of the Engineering group. • Directs the Fortna design teams on distribution operations design efforts, supporting client solution development. • Develops and supports concept design project budgets and schedules, managing the engineering scope, schedule, and budget pertaining to IDD and Implementation project phases. • Provides estimates to complete (ETC) to Project Management (PM) for Engineering scope and effort.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering from an accredited college with 8 years of relevant experience leading engineering responsibilities at project level or; Master’s degree and 5 years relevant experience or; 10+ years in engineering leadership role. • Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD with at least 7 years practical experience. • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, Visio and MS Project. • Experience in meeting and design session leadership and facilitation. • Ability to present in front of a large group including all stakeholders. • Extensive experience in conveyor and sortation material handling equipment designs and applications. • Knowledge of and ability to work with and manage multiple suppliers. • Ability to manage schedules and budgets for projects. • Ability to motivate others while working remotely. • Ability to expand knowledge of industry best practices and latest innovations in the industry. • Superior oral and written communication skills. • Very strong leadership and collaboration skills. • Ability to coach, lead, and manage others including remote resources in multiple time zones using conference calls, webcasts, webinars, video conferencing, or other forms of digital communication. • Strong interpersonal, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills. • Ability to travel domestically (10-20%) and internationally (possess active passport). • Ability to perform essential functions of the job. • Proven leadership skills with some leadership experience, strong business acumen. • Adept at being resourceful, learning quickly, and innovative problem solving.