Senior Engineer
Company: Penske Logistics
Location: Columbus
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Senior Engineer Location: Columbus Oh. or Beachwood, OH Position
Summary: The Senior Engineer is responsible for preparing logistics
analysis and engineering work involving all aspects of
transportation, and warehouse design. They design, develop or
implement comprehensive supply chain solutions to solve complex
supply chain initiatives or problems, for customers, development
activities and request for proposals. These solutions might involve
the use of multiple modes and service lines. They use methods or
tools under the guidance of their manager to create models, tools
or processes that will be used by Analysts and Operations daily.
They work on multiple projects or solutions concurrently in a
self-directed manner with little supervision. They have had
experiences working on various teams, in different phases of the
process with multiple customers. They focus on complex analytics,
strategic network designs or implementations of solutions. Major
Responsibilities Conducts logistics analysis in support of both
operational and new sales projects. Conducts the development and
implementation of engineering solutions, including
programming/software development. Provide maintenance and support
activities for all existing solutions, including software
maintenance as needed. Preparation of technical and user
documentation for all solutions. Prepare the results into documents
and presentation formats. Develop a solution approach with Product
Line Manager in the region. Develop an operations improvement
approach with the regional operations Works on multiple projects or
solutions concurrently Performs a wide range of tasks without much
supervision or direction, able to work independently Participates
in cross-functional groups to create the expected customer outcomes
Works effectively as a team member accomplishing assigned goals
Interacts with internal and external customers on an as needed
basis Lead smaller projects or specific elements of larger projects
Direct interfaces with the customer during the implementation or
development process. Interacts with customers to collect data,
understand what the customer does, what their business model is and
what their expectations are Meets customer deadlines by providing
required designs and analysis Develops an understanding of the
customers' needs and take actions to ensure that such needs are met
Supports the preparation of results into proposal documents or
other engineering reports and presentations for customers and
management Ensures a solution will meet financial goals and provide
cost savings Often tasked with reducing overall cost for the
projects for which assigned Estimates cost savings when developing
solutions Participates in the selection process including
on-boarding and training assistance of new associates Mentors and
guides newer associates Able to resolve situations quickly,
communicate status of problem, and work with the appropriate
subject matter expert until it is fixed with the guidance of a more
senior level associate Helps design solutions and processes for
specific customer needs Establishes and maintains effective
relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect
Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor Qualifications:
5+ years of experience as a Logistics Engineer or comparable
experience designing, developing, implementing and executing supply
chain solutions. Bachelor's degree in Operations Research,
Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Management
Science, Computer Science or other quantitative discipline
required. Master's Degree preferred. Strong understanding of
transportation, supply chain and logistics concepts Effective
communication skills both written and verbal, and with internal and
external customers required Must be proficient with the Microsoft
Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint) as well as
Minitab. Skills in MS Project and Visio a plus. Must be able to
effectively use supply chain network modeling design tools Ability
to analyze data and conduct extensive research required Excellent
analytical/problem solving capabilities Excellent presentation
skills Must demonstrate strong written, oral, and interpersonal
communications skills, particularly when problems arise that may
affect solution outcome and/or project schedule. Customer
orientation Team player Must be able to work somewhat independently
and concurrently on a range of unstructured tasks/projects and
properly prioritize work, all with limited supervision or direction
Developed time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of
the job Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required
schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske
employment application, submit to a background investigation (to
include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug
screening are required. Physical Requirements: -The physical and
mental demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. -The associate will be required to: read; communicate
verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain
information; and remember and understand certain instructions or
guidelines. -While performing the duties of this job, the associate
may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is
frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to
reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to
occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg. -Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to
adjust focus. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Family:
Engineering Address: 2470 Westbelt Dr Primary Location:
US-OH-Columbus Employer: Penske Logistics LLC Req ID: 2404480 Date
posted: 04/19/2024
Keywords: Penske Logistics, Columbus , Senior Engineer, Professions , Columbus, Ohio
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