Fortna

Omnichannel and parcel distribution operations

DesignAutomationEngineer

$66–99k Mount Washington, Kentucky, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Design Automation Engineer at Fortna. Skills: Quality Control for Engineering processes and deliverables, Engineering Software Tools, Programming skills, Parametric and horizontal‑style 3D modeling skills. Supporting and driving Quality, Training & Documentation, Tools, Engineering Standards & Processes, and Metrics within the engineering department. Develop and implement strategies to maintain and improve the quality of project engineering processes, products, and services”

What You'll Achieve.

Maintain and improve the quality of project engineering processes, products, and services; Ensure alignment with company objectives and industry standards; Enhance skills, knowledge, and competencies of project engineering staff; Support engineering and project execution; Measure the effectiveness and efficiency of project delivery and engineering processes; Identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement; Communicate performance metrics, status updates, and insights to senior management; Address performance gaps and optimize processes

Industry & Context.

Omnichannel and parcel distribution operations
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving and root-cause analysis; Helpful for addressing quality issues, performance gaps, process inefficiencies, and corrective action planning; interpersonal, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to travel up to 15% to various job site locations, trade shows, and offices, Ability to walk, kneel, crouch and balance frequently, Ability to climb, ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, etc., using feet, legs and/or hands and arms frequently, Ability to lift, push or pull up to 75lbs occasionally, Ability to sit/stand frequently for long and/or intermittent periods of time, Time spent between general office environment and active construction site visits, Time spent on active job sites includes subject to noise, being in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical power and control systems, and high places, Personal Protective Equipment required at active job sites

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years of relevant experience, or 6+ years of relevant engineering experience, Experience with Engineering Software Tools, Programming skills and experience are expected for automation, reporting, and engineering process support, Proficient parametric and horizontal‑style 3D modeling skills are expected to support engineering tools, standards, and libraries, Experience working with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Ability to self-motivate, interpersonal, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills, Ability to travel, Ability to perform essential functions of the job

Nice to Have

Material Handling and Conveyor experience preferred, Valid driver’s license and able to rent a car without a co-renter, Excellent communication skills, leadership and team management capabilities, Proficiency in conflict resolution, Effective time management and organizational skills, Adaptability and learning agility, Interpersonal skills, Strategic thinker, Resilience and persistence, Customer-centric mindset

What You'll Do.

Supporting and driving Quality

Training & Documentation

Engineering Standards & Processes

and Metrics within the engineering department

Develop and implement strategies to maintain and improve the quality of project engineering processes

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions

Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards

Design and execute comprehensive training programs for project engineering staff

Develop and maintain detailed documentation

and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Provide guidance and support to engineers in following established procedures and best practices

Establish a culture of continuous improvement and mechanisms to promote mentoring of associates

Support the development and implementation of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics

Analyze data and metrics to identify trends

and areas for improvement

Generate regular reports and presentations to communicate performance metrics

Work closely with engineering teams to develop action plans and initiatives to address performance gaps and optimize processes

Create and regularly review and update Parts Library

Support engineering by providing expertise

and guidance for a range of engineering software tools

Foster effective communication of innovative concepts and serve as a catalyst for driving transformative change

Process improvement and quality management

Experience building quality controls into engineering processes

supporting corrective actions

and improving workflows

Problem-solving and root-cause analysis

Helpful for addressing quality issues

process inefficiencies

and corrective action planning

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions; Ability to work effectively on a team; Advanced collaboration and communication skills

Communication Scope

Advanced collaboration and communication skills (written and verbal communication); Excellent communication skills

Process & Methodology

Engineering Standards & Processes, Metrics within the engineering department, Key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of project delivery and engineering processes

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