Working together, growing together, creating new things together: EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision. With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You'll go your own way in your career at a high level - nationally and internationally. Take your next step and support us as a SENIOR MATERIAL HANDLING FACILITIES & EQUIPMENT ENGINEER.
DESCRIPTION
Develop detailed technical specifications for material handling equipment including flow rack, carts, high-bay racking, mobile equipment, and special-purpose handling devices.
Prepare RFQ packages and bid matrices; lead technical bid evaluations and vendor selection recommendations
Interface directly with CapEx procurement team on supplier selection, purchase orders, and change management
Conduct RFI processes and maintain vendor qualification documentation
Engineering & Technical Oversight
Develop 2D/3D equipment layouts in AutoCAD or equivalent; validate dimensional fit within plant layout
Review fabricator submittals and engineering drawings for compliance with specifications
Support PFEP development and maintain equipment tracking documentationSupplier & Contractor Management
Manage supplier relationships from award through installation closeout
Coordinate fabrication schedules, factory acceptance, transportation, and on-site installation
Oversee installation contractors and debug activities; track punch lists through resolution
Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate with material flow engineering, industrial engineering, and operations teams to ensure equipment solutions support line-side delivery strategies
Provide regular status reporting on scope, schedule, and risk to program leadership
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline
5+ years of facilities and equipment engineering experience in automotive manufacturing launch environments
Working knowledge of material handling equipment categories: mobile equipment, racking systems, line-side presentation devices, and tugger/dolly systems
Direct experience managing fabricators and installation contractors on-site
Familiarity with CapEx procurement processes in an OEM or Tier 1 context is a strong plus