GXO Logistics
posted 3 months ago
As the Senior Engineer, Warehouse Design at GXO Logistics, you will play a pivotal role in leading the development of comprehensive design packages that encompass various critical elements of warehouse operations. Your responsibilities will include creating material flow diagrams, facility layouts, and designs for material handling equipment, automation, storage media, and processes. You will also conduct slotting and pick path analyses to optimize warehouse efficiency. This position requires a collaborative approach, as you will work closely with the Data Analytics team to analyze client data, determine order profiles, and apply appropriate storage media solutions. On a typical day, you will prepare engineering calculations and documentation that detail operating concepts such as storage and shipping capacity, facility sizing, zoning, and slotting. You will facilitate reviews with key stakeholders, including engineering peers and operations teams, to ensure alignment on project goals. Your expertise will also support the business development process by assisting the solutions team in responding to RFPs, developing presentation materials, and engaging with potential clients. In addition to design responsibilities, you will lead the detailed engineering process for new business awards, transforming conceptual designs into fully detailed plans ready for implementation. This includes performing data analyses, developing material handling specifications, and collaborating with vendors to obtain quotes. You will generate detailed AutoCAD layouts that fit into selected facilities and conduct joint planning sessions with clients to identify and resolve any issues that arise during the design process. Your role will also involve managing material handling and automation vendors throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that installations are completed on schedule and meet performance testing requirements. This position is essential for ensuring that GXO Logistics continues to provide cutting-edge supply chain solutions to its clients, leveraging your engineering expertise to create efficient and effective warehouse designs.