Solutions Design Engineer (Information Technology)
This position is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing supply chain solutions for prospective clients to achieve the goals and objectives of their organization, reporting to the Director of Solutions Design.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Design and implement supply chain solutions, ranging from large-scale (geographical optimization) to small-scale (design of processes and lines/stations). Develop logistic service solutions for prospective clients focusing on warehousing, manufacturing, kitting, sequencing, and transportation.Work closely with Business Development and Account Management to launch and support the development and implementation of solutions that meet the requirements of new and existing businesses. Support sales in presenting the solution to the customer through proposals, conference calls, and presentations. Facilitate the application of lean principles by implementing lean tools such as standardized work, 5S visual factory, total productive maintenance, pull systems, value stream mapping, and other related methodologies.Recommend and implement new and/or improve existing error-proofing methods and technology. Assist with the ongoing development and enhancement of standardized engineering tools and methods. Direct the implementation of work standards through time studies and other accepted methods. Make informed recommendations and decisions related to the purchase or lease of capital equipment, including forklifts, tooling, lift assists, generators, compressed air systems, racking, sweepers/scrubbers, compactors, and miscellaneous items on specific projects.Manage the project engineering equipment budget and report ongoing status to Customers and Executive Management. Partner with cross-functional teams (i.e. real estate, information technology, operations, transportation, human resources, accounting, etc.) to ensure pricing models are all-inclusive.Obtain quotes, perform cost analysis, and manage contractors working on various installations at multiple facilities. Participate in interviews and evaluation of new engineering recruits, as required, and take on the responsibility of ongoing training and support of these plant and corporate resources. Regular and reliable attendance at work.Participate in all TVS SCS quality and excellence initiatives.
Competencies
Technical Capacity CommunicationProficiency Problem Solving/Analysis Decision Making Initiative Performance Management Thoroughness Adaptability
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
Warehouse environment subject to seasonal temperatures and regular exposure to forklift traffic.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Full Time, Exempt. Schedule flexibility for extended or unplanned work hours is required.
Travel
Ability to Travel 35%
Location
This is a hybrid position that can be based from; Iowa City, IO, St. Louis, MO, Detroit, MI
Education and Experience
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Operations Research, or related fields with a strong background in engineering redesign and cost savings initiatives. Experience in solutions design/development within the warehousing, logistics, supply chain, or industrial engineering services industries.Highly developed computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, Visio or equivalent, and Project Management software are required. Knowledge of Excel should include the use of pivot tables and familiarity with common formulas. A working knowledge of relational database creation, queries, forms, reports, macros, and functions. Proficient in using AutoCAD or Fusion 360 to design functional workings of solutions in 3D and 2D formats. Ability to conceptualize existing operations and innovative solution designs from provided datasets and determine opportunities for improvements. Knowledgeable in state-of-the-art technology and supply chain best practices.Ability to be adaptable, efficient, and productive in a dynamic, innovative solution development environment, along with strong communication skills and the capacity to collaborate with customers. The capability to deliver training and support to both internal and external customers is essential. Ability to learn software applications quickly. Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
As an EEO employer, TVS SCS NA is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture. The TVS SCS NA team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law within any employment practices. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants; please contact [Hope Molyneaux, JMolyneaux@tvsscs.com] to request a reasonable accommodation. The employee selected for this role must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
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