Applications Engineer Warehouse Optimisation

SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Applications Engineer – Warehouse Optimisation to join a dynamic engineering team responsible for developing innovative solutions that improve warehouse efficiency, material flow, storage capacity and operational performance.
The successful candidate will combine engineering knowledge, analytical thinking and customer-facing skills to understand warehouse challenges, develop optimised solutions and support projects from concept through implementation.

POSITION INFO:
We are seeking an experienced Applications Engineer - Warehouse Optimisation to join a dynamic engineering team responsible for developing innovative solutions that improve warehouse efficiency, material flow, storage capacity and operational performance. The successful candidate will combine engineering knowledge, analytical thinking and customer-facing skills to understand warehouse challenges, develop optimised solutions and support projects from concept through implementation. Key Responsibilities Analyse warehouse layouts, material flows, storage requirements and operational processes. Develop warehouse optimisation concepts and engineering solutions. Design and optimise material handling, storage and warehouse systems . Conduct capacity, throughput and space-utilisation assessments. Prepare layouts, process flows, technical proposals and solution concepts. Evaluate customer requirements and translate them into practical engineering solutions. Perform system calculations, modelling and feasibility assessments where required. Develop technical and commercial proposals in collaboration with sales and project teams. Engage with customers to understand operational challenges and recommend improvements. Support the selection and integration of warehouse equipment and material-handling systems. Work closely with design, automation, project management and operations teams. Assist with project costing, equipment specifications and technical documentation. Participate in site assessments, surveys, commissioning and implementation activities. Identify opportunities to improve productivity, safety, space utilisation and overall warehouse performance. Stay informed of developments in warehouse automation, intralogistics and material-handling technology. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Logistics Engineering or a related field. 3-5+ years' experience in applications engineering, warehouse optimisation, material handling, logistics or a related engineering environment. Strong understanding of warehouse operations, material flow and storage principles. Experience with warehouse layouts, material-handling systems and optimisation projects . Proficiency in relevant engineering\/design software; experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar would be advantageous. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to interpret technical drawings, layouts and engineering data. Excellent communication and customer-facing skills. Ability to prepare professional technical reports and presentations. A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to customer and project sites. Advantageous Experience Warehouse automation and intralogistics . Conveyors, sortation systems, racking, picking systems or automated storage and retrieval systems (AS\/RS). WMS, WCS or warehouse automation interfaces. Simulation, modelling or data-analysis tools. Lean manufacturing, process optimisation or continuous improvement. Experience working on engineering projects from concept through implementation. Exposure to mining, manufacturing, FMCG, distribution or industrial environments.