AFA Project Engineer Job LocationUS-MI-Novi# of Openings 1 Shift 1st Shift Company Division AFA Overview
Daifuku America Corporation is a leader in Design, Manufacturing, Installation and Support of automotive automation/material handling systems in North America. The company is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer.
Responsibilities
The qualified candidate will participate in creating and maintaining the systems that support engineering and enforce engineering standards. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; Designing, developing, and testing all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Applying knowledge of engineering principles to design products including involvement in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products. Manage small team of engineers. This position will require 80-90% travel.
Other Responsibilities
•Performs engineering assignments related to designing and detailing using a CAD system
•Interface with customer engineers when gathering system requirements, then translating the requirements to functional technical specifications
•Communicate with customers, vendors and departments as needed
•Order, track and coordinate onsite materials
•Support field modifications and commissioning
•Mechanical design mechanical conveyor components by using AutoCAD or Inventor
•Designing of structural steel support system of Material Handling System by using AutoCAD
•Detailing of mechanical components and structural items. This will include dimensioning, Bill of material updates, and modification to existing/standard drawings
•Plant/Construction site field inspections
•Interface with fabrication/manufacturing team
•Perform other tasks as assigned
•Check/ approve concept and detail drawings
•Assign work to maintain a project scheduleQualifications
•Above average of AutoCAD skills /3-D CAD software skills a plus. Inventor software a plus
•Knowledge of mechanical systems (motors/chains), structural materials (steel beams/channels/angles), Steel machining/welding practices desired
•Demonstrated PC skills (Outlook, Word, Excel) Inventor a plus
•Works precisely and pays close attention to details
•Advanced organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
•Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in material handling and steel is required.
•Knowledge of Automotive Manufacturing required
•Strong written and verbal communication skills
•Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge
•Position requires 80% to 90% travel
•Work in an open office environment
•Must be self-managed and committed to working in a fast-paced environment
•A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
•Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
•Must be available to work weekends, nights, overtime, and holidays, as needed
•Able to self-manage time and time of others
•Must have ability to trouble shoot mechanical trade problems
Education
•B.S. in Mechanical Engineering preferred
•Minimum of 5-10 years experience in mechanical engineering & designing
•2-5 years automotive material handling experience
Daifuku offers an excellent compensation package including great benefits such as excellent medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays, 401K, Flexible Spending Programs, and more.
Daifuku America Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. We are committed to workforce diversity.
Daifuku America Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and federal sub/contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, , orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or medical condition.
