Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking an experienced
Process Engineer - Automation and Material Handling to support our client located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and provide ongoing support for automated and semi-automated material handling solutions, including conveyor systems, robotics, automated guided vehicles, gantries, lifts, and transfer mechanisms.
- Support the integration of automation and material handling solutions with manufacturing processes, utilities, and overall facility infrastructure.
- Create and maintain system and process documentation such as process flow diagrams, system layouts, equipment specifications, and automation system architectures.
- Assist with the evaluation, selection, specification, and procurement of automation equipment, material handling hardware, sensors, control components, and associated systems.
- Work closely with controls, electrical, mechanical, and facilities engineering teams to ensure automation systems are fully integrated and aligned with operational requirements.
- Support automation development efforts, including sensor selection, control strategy development, data acquisition implementation, and system verification and validation.
- Perform process evaluations, simulations, and throughput analyses to improve material flow, system capacity, reliability, and safety performance.
- Support equipment installation, commissioning, and start-up activities for automated and material handling systems.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, maintenance documentation, and troubleshooting guides for automated equipment and systems.
- Assist with quality assurance activities, including inspections, testing, and documentation reviews, to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
- Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation efficiency, system reliability, and safe operation.
- Participate in hazard analyses and safety assessments related to automated equipment, robotics, and material handling operations.
- Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians supporting automation and material handling systems.
- Collaborate within cross-functional teams to standardize automation approaches, engineering workflows, and documentation practices.
- Maintain clear, professional communication and accurate technical documentation across all interactions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Requirements: - A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline from an ABET EAC-accredited program is required.
- Five or more years of relevant professional experience is preferred; advanced degrees may substitute for a portion of the experience requirement.
- Required experience working with automation systems and material handling equipment within manufacturing or industrial environments.
- Strongly preferred experience with robotics, conveyor systems, automated guided vehicles, automated storage and retrieval systems, or comparable material handling technologies.
- Experience designing, developing, or supporting automated process systems, including sensors, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to create, review, and interpret system and process documentation such as layouts, equipment specifications, and flow diagrams.
- Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting during operations.
- Working knowledge of applicable safety codes, standards, and regulations related to automation and material handling systems.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and methods for improving throughput and material flow efficiency.
- Experience using 2D and or 3D engineering and manufacturing software tools is preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Location/Work Arrangement:- This position a fully onsite position in Oak Ridge, TN.
- Full-time, Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.
Benefits:BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.
Schedule is full-time, Monday - Friday 40-hour week.
