Systems Architect I

The Systems Architect I leads the architecture and technical design of complex material handling systems with broad impact across projects, disciplines, and functional areas. The role serves as a subject matter expert, translating client requirements, contractual commitments, operational objectives, and business needs into integrated system solutions. This role sits with Bid team and owns the technical solutions from concept through handoff to execution. Your role in our team • You will identify opportunities to extend existing Körber products or develop new capabilities to meet customer requirements and support business growth. Lead the development of complex material handling solutions aligned with customer needs, operational requirements, and business objectives • Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and design recommendations to Applications Engineers throughout the sales process, including concept development, technical feasibility assessments, and evaluation of design assumptions and constraints • Interpret customer specifications, standards, and contractual requirements, including scope, inclusions, exclusions, assumptions, clarifications, technical commitments, and acceptance criteria. Ensure proposed solutions meet applicable requirements and contractual obligations • Lead the development of concept designs, process diagrams, and material flow diagrams. Perform and present material flow calculations using internal tools to establish the Basis of Design (BOD), including system capacity, throughput, operating assumptions, equipment selections, and process requirements • You will lead technical discussions and design reviews with customers and internal stakeholders across engineering, controls, software, operations, project management, contracts, and execution. Ensure all disciplines are integrated into a cohesive solution and resolve technical gaps, risks, dependencies, and design conflicts • Define technical scope, equipment selections, assumptions, constraints, and cost drivers supporting solution pricing. Collaborate with execution teams during the bid phase to validate technical feasibility, schedule alignment, and the transition from conceptual design to firm engineering • Collaborate with customers to establish weighted solution selection criteria that optimize outcomes for end users and Körber. Communicate technical decisions, design assumptions, and solution requirements to maintain stakeholder alignment • Maintain alignment between the proposed solution, approved requirements, and contractual commitments through execution handoff. Assess design changes for impacts on system performance, operations, cost, schedule, and acceptance criteria. Develop system requirements and functional specifications with design teams to support engineering and operations handoff Your profile • You have a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience. Professional certification may be required in certain areas • Expert knowledge of customer specifications, industry standards, and material handling system requirements, including automation controls and cross-disciplinary engineering concepts • Proficiency in automation layout and design using AutoCAD (2D) and/or Navisworks, with working knowledge of 3D CAD modeling and drafting • Ability to develop accurate technical documentation, including system concepts, process and material flow diagrams, descriptions of operation, design requirements, and functional specifications • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience in throughput modeling and capacity analysis using Excel-based models; simulation experience preferred • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions and coordinate design activities across engineering, operations, controls, and execution teams • Ability to present technical solutions and trade-offs to customers and senior stakeholders, manage tight bid deadlines, and independently deliver high-quality work that meets or exceeds customer expectations • Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%, as required by business needs. Must possess or maintain required travel documentation, including a valid passport when necessary, and be legally eligible to enter and exit the United States and other countries required for business travel without restrictions that would prevent fulfilling travel obligations Your working environment at Körber Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic parcel logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA. This full-time, exempt role offers a remote or hybrid work setting. Your benefits • You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays • You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match up to six percent • You are provided with several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability and basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs Can you see yourself in this profile? Then Körber is the right place for you. We look forward to getting to know you! Apply now and join our team! Ready for your next step? Click on 'Apply now' to get started right away! As long as the position is advertised, you can apply at any time.