Designer Material Handling Systems

Job Description:

General Summary:

With direct supervision from the Group Manager Project Manager and senior engineers participate in the preparation and development of conveyor related project deliverables ensure project deliverable quality and perform project assignments. The Conveyor Designer performs basic conveyor system related engineering calculations participate in design development activities and may assist with implementation support.

Essential Job Functions:

• Understand basics of mechanical systems and manufacturing processes for various types of conveyor systems including baggage handling and parcel handling. Also understand the basics of other mechanical systems and manufacturing processes as they relate to conveyors material handling and delivery equipment line display equipment as well as pneumatic hydraulic applications and electrical conveyor controls.
• Participate as directed in the designing of system layouts and determination of operational requirements so that a detailed system flow can be generated.
• Participate as directed in the system throughput validation process. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
• Participate as directed in the creation of demolition and rework pertaining to the possible re-use of existing equipment. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
• Participate as directed in the creation of structural support steel layouts. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
• Produce system as-built/as-installed drawings as directed.
• Perform as directed to aid in the preparation or editing of project specifications and reports.
• Understand contract documents and project records. Maintain project records as well as daily personal records of communications and directions given and received.
• Understand governmental Safety Codes & Standards as they relate to assignments.
• Understand client Specifications and Safety Codes & Standards as they relate to assignments Track and communicate project assignment status.
• Perform field checking of existing equipment sites and facilities as directed.
• Must be able to travel and accept field assignments to promote project success.

Employment Qualifications:

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university preferred
• Prefer 1 5 years of related work experience

Skills/Competencies:

• Proficient in Autodesk design software
  • Revit
  • Inventor (or similar non-Autodesk 3D modeling software)
  • AutoCAD
• Proficient in MS Office
• General knowledge of material handling concepts and engineering fundamentals
• Good verbal and written communication skills

About Us

At Ghafari Associates we dont just design buildingswe help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture engineering and consulting we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work manufacture and connect.

Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds technical experts and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impactboth for our clients and within our communities.

We are committed to investing in our employees financial physical and emotional well-being as well as their professional growth. Through robust training licensure support internships mentorships and tuition reimbursement we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws. As a federal contractor Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay Transparency

Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

Accommodation

Ghafari Associates is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability to use our online system to apply for a position you may also apply for positions in the following ways:

• By fax at: 313.436.8624 Attn: Human Resources
• By mail at: 17101 Michigan Ave. Dearborn MI 48126 Attn: Human Resources
• In person at: 17101 Michigan Ave. Dearborn MI 48126
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If there are any questions about the accommodations offered above please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.