What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handling Systems Designer position at Ghafari?
Job Description:
General Summary:
With direct supervision from the Group Manager, Project Manager and senior engineers, participate in the preparation and development of conveyor related project deliverables, ensure project deliverable quality and perform project assignments. The Conveyor Designer performs basic conveyor system related engineering calculations, participate in design development activities and may assist with implementation support.
Essential Job Functions:
- Understand basics of mechanical systems and manufacturing processes for various types of conveyor systems, including baggage handling, parcel handling, and sortation systems. Also understand the basics of other mechanical systems and manufacturing processes as they relate to conveyors, material handling and delivery equipment, line display equipment, as well as pneumatic, hydraulic applications and electrical conveyor controls.
- Participate as directed, in the designing of system layouts and determination of operational requirements so that a detailed system flow can be generated.
- Participate as directed in the system throughput validation process. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
- Participate as directed in the creation of demolition and rework pertaining to the possible re-use of existing equipment. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
- Participate as directed in the creation of structural support steel layouts. Primary responsibilities include CAD drafting and detailing.
- Produce system as-built/as-installed drawings, as directed.
- Perform as directed to aid in the preparation or editing of project specifications and reports.
- Understand contract documents and project records. Maintain project records as well as daily personal records of communications and directions given and received.
- Understand governmental Safety Codes & Standards, as they relate to assignments.
- Understand client Specifications and Safety Codes & Standards, as they relate to assignments Track and communicate project assignment status.
- Perform field checking of existing equipment, sites and facilities, as directed.
- Must be able to travel and accept field assignments to promote project success.
Employment Qualifications:
Education / Experience:
- Bachelor Degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university preferred
- Prefer 1 – 5 years of related work experience
Skills/Competencies:
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Proficient in Autodesk design software
- Revit
- Inventor (or similar non-Autodesk 3D modeling software)
- AutoCAD
- Proficient in MS Office
- General knowledge of material handling concepts and engineering fundamentals
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.
Continuously rated a
Top Workplace to Work
, Crain’s Cool Place to Work
, and a Best and Brightest
company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects
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Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.
Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.
Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!
Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways:
Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs)
By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources
By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources
In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126.
By email at hr@ghafari.com
If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.
By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources
By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources
In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126.
By email at hr@ghafari.com
If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.
It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.
