Sr. Solutions & Automation Engineer

Systems Estimation & Solutions Development

• Develop system concepts, operational flows, budgets, and BOM-level estimates aligned with the sales strategy, customer objectives, and DLN standards
• Review and interpret customer RFPs, specifications, and functional requirements
• Produce preliminary system flow charts, schedules, & description of operations
• Serve as the primary technical advisor throughout the sales cycle
• Perform in-person site audits & technical presentations
• Develop trusted advisor relationships with customers and key stakeholders

Technical Design Support

• Maintain familiarity with new automation technologies used in material handling (including AS/RS, robotics, AMRs) through continued research & vendor relationships
• Evaluate various technologies to support the best solutions for client challenges
• Identify & document risk factors, integration complexity, and resource assumptions

Project & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead cross-functional solution development efforts to deliver accurate, competitive, and executable customer proposals
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering, project managers, and applications engineers to ensure alignment between project scope, schedule, throughput, and project costs
• Lead concept reviews, estimation reviews, and internal handoffs
• Participate in project handoff activities to ensure solution intent, assumptions, and customer expectations are accurately transferred to execution teams

Process & Standards Development

• Lead continuous improvement of internal estimation tools, design standards, and sizing calculators

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience with material handling automation, pre-sales estimation, application engineering, controls engineering, or system integration.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Controls, Software, or adjacent Engineering fields.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse automation technologies, including AS/RS, AMRs/AGVs, conveyors, sortation, robotics, and warehouse software systems
• Experience developing system estimates, concepts, & proposals for automation projects
• Ability to read, interpret, & generate CAD generated layout drawings
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts with audiences who have wide ranging skill sets including internal & external stakeholders
• Demonstrate ability to build strong interpersonal relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with estimating or sales engineering in material handling automation
• Experience with AutoCAD, Demo3D, SketchUp, or other 2D & 3D drafting tools
• Ability to travel (up to ≈30%)

Key Measures of Success

• Design technically sound and executable solution concepts
• Deliver accurate and competitive estimations in a timely manner
• Effectively tailor solution development efforts and level of detail required for each opportunity
• Effectively manage multiple opportunities simultaneously while meeting proposal deadlines
• Build strong collaborative relationships across DLN, customers, and vendors
• Proactively identify, document, and communicate project risks and assumptions
• Continuously expand knowledge of emerging automation technologies
• Contribute to profitable business growth & cultural development

DLN Integrated Systems is a trusted partner enhancing competitive edge with advanced distribution solutions. We were founded in 2002 and have continued to grow since then, helping our clients optimize their material handling and supply chain operations with expert design, installation and support. Our team includes mechanical, controls, software and robotics engineers, as well as project managers, technicians and an active sales team.

DLN is an independent systems integrator, which means our day-to-day tasks are richly varied, with exposure to the most cutting-edge automation technologies in our industry. Because our systems are thoughtfully customized to our clients’ unique needs, our concepts and designs are limitless.

DLN prides itself on being an employer of choice for people at all stages of their careers. Generous benefits, competitive compensation and paid time off are standard. We also offer work-from-home options, flexibility in schedule, and when you’re at the office you’re free to bring your dog. Our team also has opportunities to develop their skills with professional development, and leadership regularly recognizes the achievements and contributions of our team.

Outside of work, DLN actively participates in several non-profits, including a major role in the Kent County Toys for Tots program, and an annual golf outing benefiting the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan.

We offer generous benefits, competitive compensation, paid time off, opportunity for growth, and the chance to work with a winning team in a great company culture. Candidates may be required to pass a drug screen, pre-employment physical, background check, motor vehicle report, and reference checking.