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    Mechanical Engineer Buyout Equipment - Kennesaw, United States - Knapp Inc

    Knapp Inc
    Knapp Inc Kennesaw, United States

    1 day ago

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    Job DescriptionWHO WE ARE

    At KNAPP (pronounced K-NAP, not Nap), we "Make Complexity Simple" by offering intelligent solutions for digitizing and automating everything from production and distribution to the last mile and stores. We are the customer's value tech chain partner, which means partnering with the customer to create the most value within each link in their supply chain. Leveraging the latest software, AI and Robotics technology, we continue to disrupt the logistics automation industry for the world's industry leaders in grocery, healthcare, retail, e-commerce, apparel & manufacturing.

    We are a global company with our US headquarters located just North of Atlanta in Kennesaw, GA. KNAPP specializes in automated solutions for both WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and WCS (Warehouse Control Systems) for B2B (Business to Business) and B2C (Business to Consumer) customers. We are a growing company of over 7,200 employees worldwide and in over 50 countries that is privately held, with 7% of our revenue reinvested in R&D, ensuring a strong and vibrant future Join us and see how you can help change the world For more information, visit

    WHAT YOU GET TO DO

    The engineer is responsible for detailing and clarifying third party equipment with new or existing vendors. This position requires excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), strong analytical skills, and a fundamental knowledge of warehousing/distribution logistics concepts.

    Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

    • Primarily work on projects for final engineering (>90%)
      • Summarizing goals of the project with solution engineering and sales
      • Verify the requirements concerning technical feasibility
      • Determine if any developments on KNAPP side are necessary
      • Coordinate with other departments to ensure requirements are met and information is spread properly
      • Clarify if customer has additional requirements and if there are any additional codes that we need to comply with
      • Design workstations (KNAPP ones and buyouts)
      • Define the integration requirements of 3rd party equipment, which are in the scope of KNAPP or the customer
      • Conduct engineering according to KNAPP Standards
      • Evaluate project schedule, set priorities, and escalate issues
      • Hold regular engineering meetings with necessary parties
      • Verify and approve quotes or approval documents from vendors
      • If KNAPP material is necessary, determine, check, and release it into production
      • Create permit drawings/documents
      • Create installation documents and hand them over to installation team
      • Oversee 3rd party equipment installations (occasional)
      • Create as-built drawings and update project documents accordingly
      • Ensure that final documents are saved in the accurate places
      • Help improve standards within the department to facilitate increases in engineering efficiency
    • Occasionally work on projects in the sales phase (<10% of time)
      • Guide and supervise solution/sales engineers
      • Perform technical analysis regarding the feasibility of new projects
      • Support generation of cost/technical proposals
      • Support requests for quotes for 3rd party vendors and subcontractors

    WHAT YOU HAVE

    • 0-3 years' experience with specifying, engineering and approving standard material handling equipment such as packaging machines, carton handling machines, spiral conveyors, flow racks, tote handling machines, totes, work stations, platforms, mezzanines, compressors, belt curves, flex conveyors, telescopic belt conveyor, etc.
    • Ability to work independently without daily supervision
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle vendor negotiations internally and exter-nally from a technical standpoint
    • Strong time management & organizational skills
    • Excellent math, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
    • BS Degree in ME, EE, or IE
    • Computer Skills
      • Strong experience utilizing CAD tools is a hard requirement
      • Proficient in the Microsoft office suite with focus on Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint

    Working Conditions and Environment:

    • Standard travel is approximately 20%; however, it can be up to 50% if required by projects
    • Ability to travel by air both domestically (US) and internationally (primarily Austria and other parts of Europe, as well as Canada)
    • Professional office etiquette is required at all times
    • Ability to lift and carry 50lbs
    • Authorized to work in the U.S.
    • Passport or ability to obtain a passport

    WHAT YOU WILL GET

    • Ability to work from home 2 days a week and Half-Day Fridays when in office
    • New, state-of-the-art, office complex, showroom, and automation test center in Kennesaw, GA
    • Industry competitive compensation
    • Great benefits with competitive employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more
    • 401k with employer match and no vesting
    • Paid Vacation & Holidays
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Subsidized child-care
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Pet Insurance
    • Subsidized food delivery
    • Monthly team building and celebrations
    • Quarterly employee events
    • Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability, and volunteering

    KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.

    Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP's drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy, and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during "off-hours."



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