Automation Applications Engineer (Charlotte, NC or Remote - US)

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A leading global solution provider for all sectors of intralogistics – that is us: SSI SCHAEFER. What we also are: A family business that invests in the expertise, passion, and talents of its employees.

As one of the largest providers, we help our customers increase the efficiency and sustainability of their storage, picking, and transport processes using innovative technologies and software. From fully automated warehouses with customized service and maintenance packages to manual and semi-automatic systems, we offer cost-effective intralogistics solutions from a single source. Moreover, we are now a leading provider of software for internal material flow.

SSI SCHAEFER: 8,600 people that work in 80 operating companies and 7 production sites worldwide and impress customers from all sectors with customized intralogistics solutions.

We're a team here at SSI SCHAEFER, and we know that it takes all of us to get the job done. We've won Best Places to Work™ several years in a row and offer competitive benefits like 401K/matching, a great PTO package, and because we want our teams to be healthy, we provide generous medical benefits. We also want you to be successful here. How do we do it? We put our employees and customers first, and we've got a great DNA culture here at SSI SCHAEFER—it's that simple.

We're also proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. If you are also looking for an attractive employer to work with, then simply get to know us.

Are you passionate about designing innovative warehouse automation solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and operational excellence? We are seeking an Applications Engineer to support our sales and engineering teams by developing customized intralogistics and material handling solutions for customers across a variety of industries.

In this role, you will leverage your technical expertise, creativity, and problem-solving skills to design automation systems that optimize warehouse operations. You will work closely with customers, sales professionals, and engineering teams to translate operational challenges into scalable automation solutions that drive business success.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop warehouse automation and intralogistics solutions by analyzing customer requirements and creating material flow diagrams, process flow charts, and system layouts using AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Prepare technical proposals, equipment and service cost estimates, system requirements, and scope of supply documentation to support solution development and sales efforts.
• Apply knowledge of distribution operations, material handling systems, and automation technologies to create efficient, scalable solutions that improve warehouse performance.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and cross-functional teams to deliver customer-focused solutions while upholding company values of professionalism, reliability, respect, and teamwork.

• Travel approximately 10-20% as required for customer meetings, site visits, project support, and training.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in warehouse automation, material handling, or intralogistics.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (or similar CAD software) and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 10-20%, including occasional international travel.

Nice to Haves

• Knowledge of automated material handling technologies such as:
  • Conveyor and sortation systems
  • Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
  • Robotics and goods-to-person solutions
  • Warehouse management and execution systems
  • Distribution center design and optimization
• Experience supporting solution sales, proposal development, or applications engineering activities.

**No Sponsorship**

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.