Material Handling Engineer
Design Systems
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- Location
- Farmington Hills, MI
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 26
- 1 day ago
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About the company
Design Systems
Information technology and services · 201 to 500 employees
Design Systems, Inc. provides engineering and consulting solutions to manufacturing organizations. We are committed to delivering world-class value through innovative engineering, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
What you'll do
- Develop AutoCAD layouts for lineside displays, storage areas, kitting, and sequencing operations
- Analyze PFEP data to develop material flow plans and delivery strategies
- Perform dock capacity, storage, labor, and material handling equipment analyses
- Evaluate material delivery routes, packaging requirements, and equipment needs
- Collaborate with simulation engineers to evaluate and validate material flow solutions
- Develop Standard Work Instructions, reports, and project documentation
- Track project progress, KPIs, and open issues through resolution
- Conduct field assessments and support project implementation at client facilities
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
- 1–3 years of relevant engineering or manufacturing experience
- Basic proficiency in 2D AutoCAD
- Strong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
- Willingness to travel 10–25%
- Automotive manufacturing experience, preferably in a union environment (preferred)
- Familiarity with PFEP, material flow planning, and manufacturing logistics (preferred)
Key skills
2D AutoCADMicrosoft Excelanalytical skillsproblem-solvingcommunication skillswork independentlycross-functional engineering teams
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Material Handling Engineer
Design Systems, Inc. (DSI)Location: Farmington Hills, MIJob Type: Full-TimeExperience: 1–3 YearsTravel: 10–25%
Position Summary
Design Systems, Inc. (DSI) is seeking a Material Handling Engineer to support the planning, design, and optimization of material flow within manufacturing facilities. This role focuses on improving material delivery, storage, plant layouts, and material handling operations to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently and with cross-functional engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
Develop AutoCAD layouts for lineside displays, storage areas, kitting, and sequencing operations.
Analyze Plan for Every Part (PFEP) data to develop material flow plans and delivery strategies.
Perform dock capacity, storage, labor, and material handling equipment analyses.
Evaluate material delivery routes, packaging requirements, and equipment needs.
Identify opportunities to improve material flow, reduce costs, and optimize plant operations.
Collaborate with simulation engineers to evaluate and validate material flow solutions.
Develop Standard Work Instructions (SWIs), reports, and project documentation.
Track project progress, KPIs, and open issues through resolution.
Conduct field assessments and support project implementation at client facilities.
Perform cost-benefit analyses and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
1–3 years of relevant engineering or manufacturing experience.
Basic proficiency in 2D AutoCAD.
Strong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills.
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Willingness to travel 10–25%.
Preferred Qualifications
Automotive manufacturing experience, preferably in a union environment.
Familiarity with PFEP, material flow planning, and manufacturing logistics.
Knowledge of AGVs, AGCs, AMRs, and other automated material handling equipment.
Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
Work Environment
This position is primarily based in our Farmington Hills, MI office, with limited work-from-home flexibility. Travel to manufacturing facilities and client sites is approximately 10–25%.
About DSI
Design Systems, Inc. provides engineering and consulting solutions to manufacturing organizations. We are committed to delivering world-class value through innovative engineering, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.