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FORTNASenior Mechanical Engineer
FORTNA designs and delivers distribution operations for omnichannel retail and parcel networks, pairing automated equipment with intelligent software. It is recruiting a Senior Mechanical Engineer, a…
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FORTNA designs and delivers distribution operations for omnichannel retail and parcel networks, pairing automated equipment with intelligent software. It is recruiting a Senior Mechanical Engineer, a role listed as remote, to lead mechanical engineering on complex conveyor and material handling projects, from concept through installation. The engineer runs the mechanical side of medium to large projects and serves as the primary mechanical technical contact for customers, project teams, suppliers and…
Job Description
FORTNA designs and delivers distribution operations for omnichannel retail and parcel networks, pairing automated equipment with intelligent software. It is recruiting a Senior Mechanical Engineer, a role listed as remote, to lead mechanical engineering on complex conveyor and material handling projects, from concept through installation.
The engineer runs the mechanical side of medium to large projects and serves as the primary mechanical technical contact for customers, project teams, suppliers and field crews. The work includes checking project scope, customer specifications and contract terms, examining systems, 3D models and buildability, and resolving technical or install-stage problems.
The engineer sets up engineering schedules aligned with milestones and installation timing, handles change orders, material requisitions and drawing issue releases, and coordinates with the project office, electrical designers, procurement, fabrication shops and install crews. Coaching Project Engineers and designers, checking drawings for quality, and driving continuous-improvement efforts are also part of the job.
The posting asks for a four-year engineering degree, ideally mechanical, or equivalent education and applicable experience, plus six to ten years in material handling or conveyor engineering and experience leading mid-size to large engineering projects. AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor skills are required; Navisworks, BIM and Microsoft Project are useful. Travel is roughly 10 percent domestically. No salary is stated.
Responsibilities
- Direct mechanical engineering execution on material handling and conveyor work of mid-size or larger scale
- Serve as the main mechanical engineering contact for customers, vendors and field teams
- Assess scope, specifications and contract requirements so execution succeeds
- Run design checks on systems, 3D models and buildability, and fix technical problems
- Build engineering timelines aligned to milestones and installation windows
- Handle change orders, material requisitions and drawing issue releases
- Work with the project office, electrical designers, buyers, fabrication and install crews
- Mentor Project Engineers and designers and check drawing quality
- Lead continuous-improvement initiatives for engineering quality and customer satisfaction
Requirements
- Mechanical engineering (or a closely related) four-year degree, or equivalent education plus applicable experience
- Six to ten years working on material handling or conveyor engineering
- Experience leading mid-size to large engineering projects
- Solid background in conveyor equipment, mechanical design and codes
- Working skill with AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor and Office productivity software
- Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving and coordination skills
- Capacity to juggle many priorities in a fast, schedule-driven setting
Qualifications
- Navisworks and BIM familiarity
- Microsoft Project experience
Core Skills
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the role remote?
The listing shows remote, with roughly 10 percent domestic travel depending on projects.
What experience is required?
Six to ten years in material handling or conveyor engineering, plus leadership of mid-size to large projects.
What software is needed?
AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor are required. Navisworks, BIM and Microsoft Project are a bonus.
Is a salary stated?
No. The posting does not specify one.
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