Rehrig Pacific Company

Senior Electromechanical Design Engineer

Rehrig Pacific Company • $90K — $120K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electromechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in product development and integration in relevant domains.
  • Ability to self-initiate and manage multiple concurrent projects effectively.
  • Experience in team leadership across various organizational levels.
  • Proficient in written and oral communication with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Willingness to travel up to 30% for meetings with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of integrated automation and material handling systems.
  • Create comprehensive designs, including models, drawings, and safety features.
  • Conduct validation testing and prepare designs for customer site implementation.
  • Drive adherence to NPD phase gate processes across project teams.
  • Evaluate and expand supplier capabilities within warehouse automation.
  • Lead cross-functional design reviews and influence project direction.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering training efforts.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on diverse, state-of-the-art automation projects.
  • Mentorship role in developing junior engineers.
  • Exposure to cross-functional leadership and strategic decision-making situations.
  • Involvement in enhancing supplier and manufacturing networks in a growing sector.
Full Job Description
Purpose of the Role

The Senior Electromechanical Design Engineer leads the design, development and implementation of integrated automation and material handling systems that improve customer supply chain efficiencies. This role works independently across multiple concurrent projects, driving technical decisions, mentoring engineers, and contributing to the strategic direction of the warehouse systems product category.

Areas of Responsibility

Product Design & Development
  • Lead the conceptualization, design, prototyping, and testing of integrated automation and material handling solutions across multiple concurrent projects.
  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of automated solutions and control stations at test center scale.
  • Create automation and machine designs including 3D models, drawings, wiring diagrams, programming, safety features, and component sourcing.
  • Lead comprehensive validation testing in preparation for customer site implementation.
  • Deliver tooling-ready designs; partner with manufacturing, tooling, and quality to ensure manufacturability.
  • Complete product revisions through the ECR process; proactively identify and resolve complex electrical and mechanical issues.

NPD Process & Validation
  • Demonstrate deep command of Rehrig Pacific's phase gate process and drive adherence across project teams.
  • Lead the development and execution of product validation plans and testing protocols.
  • Identify gaps in existing NPD SOPs and drive improvements to phase gate practices, validation methods, or documentation.

Manufacturing & Supplier Development
  • Lead supplier identification and evaluation alongside operations, procurement, and quality.
  • Apply deep technical knowledge to assess manufacturing and integration capabilities of potential suppliers.
  • Expand Rehrig Pacific's supplier and manufacturing network in the warehouse automation category.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Lead cross-functional design reviews; represent the engineering perspective to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with the Technology and Material Handling teams to analyze and solve complex supply chain challenges.
  • Influence project direction and drive accountability within the NPD project team.

Knowledge Development & Sharing
  • Own one or more Domain Standards in warehouse automation; synthesize Project Knowledge entries into updated, actionable guidance.
  • Actively mentor Electromechanical Design Engineers.
  • Contribute to the engineering training curriculum.
  • Follow and enforce document control procedures.

Customer & Industry Engagement
  • Lead field investigations to assist in opportunity identification and clarify design requirements.
  • Serve as one of RPC's subject matter experts in warehouse automation, material handling systems, warehouse implementation and change management.
  • Build deep knowledge of the warehouse automation market including trends, competitors, customers, and applications.

Technical Domain

Warehouse - Electromechanical & Automation Systems
  • Expert proficiency in 3D CAD modeling software (Solidworks) and electrical design tools.
  • Thorough hands-on experience integrating sensors and electronics in both mobile and permanent structures, including RFID, camera, and related sensors along with communications systems such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular.
  • Expert knowledge of automation equipment systems including conveyors, stackers, destackers, turntables, and wrappers.
  • Thorough understanding of sensors, robotics, complex mechanical designs, and various controls with experience specifying hardware and software for automation systems.
  • Thorough understanding of mechanical and electrical safety requirements and regulations.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electromechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience developing, testing, and integrating related products with proven results.
  • High level of self-initiative with the demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proven team leadership experience working collaboratively both vertically and horizontally throughout an organization.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to build rapport with others.
  • Flexibility to travel to customer, supplier, and Rehrig Pacific facilities as needed up to 30% of the time.

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with machine learning, vision object recognition, or related AI/technology integration.
  • Deep knowledge of PLC programming, controls systems, or industrial communication protocols.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex supply chains and develop value-added solutions.

About Rehrig Pacific Company

Rehrig Pacific Company is a leading manufacturer of plastic pallets, crates, containers, and other reusable packaging products. The company was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Rehrig Pacific serves customers in a variety of industries, including food and beverage, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and retail. The company's mission is to provide customers with innovative and sustainable packaging solutions that help reduce waste and improve supply chain efficiency. Rehrig Pacific is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of recycled materials in its products and the development of closed-loop supply chains.
Learn more about Rehrig Pacific Company
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1913
* Ladders Estimates

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