Automation Engineer / Continuous Improvement Engineer

Contract Logistics Specialist

It's more than a job. As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centers. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.

Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Cranbury, New Jersey location is looking for a new Automation Engineer / Continuous Improvement Engineer to join our team. As a Warehouse Automation Manager, you'll play a key role in overseeing the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of automated systems in a warehouse or distribution center. Here's what you can typically expect in this role :

How You Create Impact

Automation System Management

• Oversee installation, integration, and operation of automated warehouse technologies (e.g., conveyors, AS / RS, AGVs, robotics, WMS).
• Ensure systems are running efficiently and troubleshoot when issues arise.

Project Management

Process Improvement

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

Team Leadership

Maintenance Oversight

What We Would Like You To Bring

Bachelor's degree in industrial or mechanical engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

5+ years' experience as a Controls Engineer preferred with strong focus on warehousing heavily automated, involving case conveyors, pallets, sorters, etc.

Solid understanding of the project life cycle for automated material handling systems.

Advanced Microsoft Excel and / or Minitab and analytical skills with system diagnostics and continuous improvement.

Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is a plus.

PMP certification is a plus.

Technical Knowledge of :

Soft Skills :

What's In It For You

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical / dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment.

Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne+Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne+Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne+Nagel.

Kuehne+Nagel is an equal employment / affirmative action employer.