Implementation consultant Jobs in Springfield, MO

Time Type:

Full Time

Position Summary

At DSV, the Senior Industrial Engineer will support projects implementing new and existing business, site consolidations and relocations, and automation solutions. Additionally, this role will actively support the creation, validation, and use of tools and standards for both the department and DSV organization. All activities shall be completed with strict DSV organizational requirements for Safety, Quality, and Financial responsibility.

This role can sit remote or onsite at a DSV location in the US / NA** Expected travel range: 50% **

For new or expanding business, the Senior Industrial Engineer core focus is to validate customer requirements, create the overall solution, and implement the owned tasks associated with the solution. The engineer is to provide feedback to the Project Manager for the project on estimated time, status, escalation, and scope changes regarding their assigned tasks within the DSV standard project delivery approach.

For warehouse consolidation, relocation, or new real estate projects, the Senior Industrial Engineer will be responsible for collecting and collating all customer requirements for those to be relocated including but not limited to electrical, data, IT equipment, MHE, storage, automation, and any regulatory or security certifications and requirements. Interaction with the greenfield or brownfield general contractor for all building shell and property requirements within the project scope.

Other tasks may include standardization adherence and development or continuous improvement support. Vendor onboarding and budgeting support. New team member peer coaching. Internal and external partnership and collaboration.

Engineering focus can be on either new or existing distribution operations. Successful candidates will be natural self-starters.

* Expected travel range: 50%

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of warehouse and distribution center solutions including facility layouts, operational processes, and equipment selection.
• Analyze and optimize operational workflows, including inbound, putaway, replenishment, picking, packing, shipping, and value-added services (VAS), to ensure efficient and scalable execution.
• Define facility, process, and equipment requirements and gain stakeholder alignment on final solution designs.
• Support design and implementation of warehouse technologies and distribution systems, including WMS or other related operational platforms, to maximize performance and operational effectiveness.
• Develop detailed implementation plans, schedules, and task lists to support successful project delivery in partnership with Project Managers and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Identify, evaluate, and procure capital equipment and other required assets to support operational start-up and long-term business objectives.
• Manage vendor, supplier, contractor, and customer relationships throughout project execution.
• Support the implementation and integration of automation and material handling solutions within distribution and fulfillment operations as a part of the overall engineering design.
• Ensure all solutions comply with applicable customer requirements, safety standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while proactively identifying risks, resolving issues, and driving successful project outcomes.
• Develop and deliver project updates, business cases, presentations, and recommendations to leadership, customers, and executive stakeholders.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, IT, construction, and external partners to ensure successful project execution and operational readiness.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative supply chain solutions to continuously improve operational performance and design standards.
• Support project activities within warehouse and construction environments, including travel, site assessments, commissioning, testing, and operational launches.
• Travel as required to support project implementations, customer engagements, and business initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and special projects related to operational improvements, new business implementations, network expansions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills

Education and/or Experience

• Four-year degree is basic requirement (Industrial Engineering preferred)
• Minimum of 6 years in the Logistics/Supply Chain Industry
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in warehousing solution implementation and design

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

None required

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Vizio, and use of Teams / SharePoint
• AutoCAD LT
• Knowledge of WMS functional processes
• Knowledge of LMS, TMS, YMS (nice to have)

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal), Spanish a plus
• Interpersonal communication and language skills (e.g., listening to others, speaking to others, reading, writing).
• Communication (facilitation skills and very mature communication skills to be able to communicate to all levels in the organization).
• Strong writing skills with experience documenting design methodologies to create logistics solutions and responses to RFPs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience dealing with end users, vendors, and clients.
• Experience in 3PL environment
• Six Sigma / Lean Certifications (a plus)
• Diverse solution experience for multiple different business channels including but not limited to Consumer Products, Retail, Manufacturing Support, and E-commerce.
• Experience with various size and scope complexity projects from a design and implementation standpoint for warehouse solutions.
• Experience in warehouse automation applications (Pick to Light, Goods to Person, Automated Sortation, AMR, AGV, conveyor design, etc.)
• Experience supporting BRD (business requirements document) creation, holistic detailed design, procurement, and vendor management for project implementations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• As Assigned: management of vendors completing work tasks for the project.
• May Be: identified to support onboarding of peers.

Other Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. while following proper lifting procedures. Must be able to stand on feet for up to 8 hours per day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $98,000.00 – $122,000.00 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan
details, is available through the . Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.