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The project engineer is responsible for facility engineering project support. Projects relate to the design, build, and improvement of Cencora’s distribution facilities and processes. Assignments may span one or more components of a project, and one or more projects. Assignments may range in size, complexity, and cross functional involvement.
Job Responsibility:
Supports project managers and directors in the development and implementation of material handling systems, operational processes and new facilities or building renovations
Works closely with project manager and/or director to assist in the development of project charters
May assist in the preparation of capital expenditure requests for projects
Works closely with project manager or senior project engineer to manage assigned project scope according to the guidelines established in the project charter
Project elements may include material handling equipment, warehouse and business systems, building construction or modification and other equipment and services typically found within a distribution environment
Assigned duties may include data analytics, development of design criteria, performing simulation, development of requests for proposals, vendor evaluation, AutoCAD 2D layouts, and site coordination activities including construction oversight, testing, and issue resolution
May be assigned multiple areas of scope and require cross-functional coordination with other internal teams and external resources
Develops and maintains engineering documentation including standard operating procedures, and DC as built drawings
Provides objective, engineering insight into operational and business process change evaluations
May manage and report on budget as well as develop, maintain, and report on timelines for assigned scope
May issue purchase orders according to company policy
Generates timely and concise communication regarding task status and pending issues
Supports in the development of supplier specifications and RFP’s
May manage engagement with external consultants and other outsourced resources and vendors that perform work associated with the assigned project scope
Coordinates activities with project director or sr. project manager and other internal project teams to ensure alignment
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering
Experience in engineering, logistics, supply chain or a similar field
Experience working in a team environment
3+ years of directly related and progressively responsible experience obtained through previous employment, internships, Co-Op, and applicable senior design projects
Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience performing engineering tasks in projects related to warehouse operations, warehouse design, warehouse and business systems, process improvement and standardization, and/or engineered labor standards
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
ability to communicate (and work) effectively with people from different technical and business backgrounds, acting as a liaison, understanding and appreciating different perspectives and translating into terms necessary for any group or individual to understand
Good analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to evaluate business problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions
Strong organizational skills
attention to detail
Shows tactful discretion with difficult/sensitive information
Strong presentation skills, ability to present and discuss technical information in a manner that establishes rapport, persuades others, and establishes understanding for technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
Proficiency with engineering tools such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Access databases, Word, SIMIO or other simulation software and AutoCAD
Willing to travel up to 75% of the time
Nice to have:
Prior experience in consulting, distribution operations, simulation, or systems integration
Experience using simulation tools such as Enterprise Dynamics, Llamasoft, FlexSim, AutoMod, or Arena