SDI Element Logic

Engineer

• Lead the budget process by coordinating with internal project teams and external vendors to develop detailed cost estimates for material handling system integration projects.
• Identify and communicate risks of cost overruns for pricing consideration.
• Analyze active and completed projects and apply findings to improve the estimating process.
• Develop preliminary project schedules with input from internal project teams and external vendors.
• Develop high-level rough order of magnitude pricing for projects by leveraging rules of thumb and historical data.
• Create RFQs (Requests for Quotes) for equipment and services to solicit bids from vendors.
• Present project budgets to sales and leadership.
• Maintain awareness of current market conditions that affect pricing and lead times.
• Review RFP documentation, quotes, drawings, and other relevant documents to ensure pricing accounts for project requirements.
• Lead the hand-off of project budgets to the implementation team.
• Assist sales teams with the creation of sales proposals and presentations as needed.

Estimating Engineer

Solutions Engineer

• Lead complex consulting engagements involving in-depth data analysis and material handling solutions
• Work directly with customers, sales, and engineering teams to identify requirements and develop cost-effective designs
• Travel to customer sites to review and document existing logistics operations
• Develop strong customer relationships through superior problem solving
• Manage Data Analysts to identify key data points required to design and justify concepts
• Oversee Design Engineers to develop detailed material handling system designs
• Manage computer simulation modeling of proposed systems
• Perform labor analysis and Return on Investment calculations to justify proposed designs
• Build client confidence through clear and effective presentations
• Support sales presentations, proposal development and pre-sales activities (trade shows, etc.)
• Guide and train Consulting and Engineering team members on shared projects
• Research and educate organization on latest material handling technologies and industry trends
• Assist in identifying process improvements and best practices for Consulting Department
• Develop tools required to effectively perform job functions

Estimating Engineer

Solutions Consultant