
Simulation Engineer
KION Group
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Grand Rapids • Missouri • Texas • United States
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Salary
💰 $65,000 - $140,000 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Develop discrete-event simulation models to evaluate the performance of material-handling and automated systems.
- Support pre-sales and delivery activities by crafting low- to high-fidelity simulation models and conducting performance analysis.
- Collaborate with engineering, sales, project management, and other partners to define requirements, scope, and timelines.
- Collect, validate, and analyze data while detailing model assumptions and functional specifications.
- Configure, complete, and lead simulation scenarios, experiments, and statistical runs.
- Interpret simulation outputs and clearly communicate results to internal teams and customers.
- Contribute to customer-facing presentations and technical reviews to support solution recommendations.
- Deliver assigned tasks on schedule, meeting quality and budget expectations.
- Explain technical concepts in a clear and accessible way for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Exercise good judgment when working with customer, confidential, or proprietary information.
- Support continuous improvement of simulation tools, standards, processes, and methodologies.
Requirements
- Solid understanding of discrete-event simulation concepts, methods, and standard processes.
- Ability to apply statistical and quantitative analysis to simulation problems.
- Experience with material-handling systems, logistics, or automated solutions (preferred).
- Proficiency in at least one structured programming language (e.g., Python).
- Experience with simulation tools such as Plant Simulation (AutoMod experience is a plus).
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or 3D modeling tools is helpful.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new tools, technologies, and methods.
- Strong understanding of simulation modeling principles and approaches.
- Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Proven experience in simulation model development, system modeling, or performance analysis.
- Typical experience range: 2–5+ years, depending on role level and validated capability.
Benefits
- Career Development
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits
- Pay Transparency
- Global Opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
discrete-event simulationstatistical analysisquantitative analysisprogramming languagePythonsimulation toolsPlant SimulationAutoModAutoCAD3D modeling
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingjudgmentpresentation skillscustomer-facing skillscontinuous improvementanalytical thinkingattention to detailtime management