System Architect

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Your role in our team

The System Architect role provides technical expertise and technology leadership during sales concept development and project concept design phases in the freight & parcel and postal material handling industries. This role collaborates with the Sales organization to understand customer operation and process challenges to develop industry-leading system solutions within the material handling industry. This role also collaborates within the Execution organization, ensuring concept designs align with system functionality requirements and support concept transformation into detailed design solutions.

• You will demonstrate a strong expertise in material handling system design, equipment technology, and operational process within a multi-discipline rapid development team to extend the capabilities of existing Krber products and develop new capabilities to position Krber for maximum growth.
• You will head up the client's request for the material handling system(s) using their data or working through their requirements to create system solutions solving client issues, enhancing processing efficiency, and supporting end-user requirements.
• You will provide technical expertise during the sales phase, showcasing Krber's capability to develop industry-leading solutions and build trust with clients.
• You will support multiple client projects with a range of $1M - $250M.
• You will conduct internal and external meetings with clients as required.
• You will create, utilize, and explain the Material Flow Calculator that develops the Basis of Design (BOD).
• You will act as the subject matter expert on various types of material handling equipment in the market to ensure the best possible solution.
• You work with clients to create a weighted Selection Criteria Matrix, driving optimal solution selections for end users and Krber.
• You will create Concepts and Process and Material Flow Diagrams.
• You will ensure that mechanical system designs align with electrical control capabilities and support solution requirements.
• You will support the development of the description for operation documentation.
• You will provide mechanical support for system and product simulation and emulation testing.
• You will work with the bid factory on pricing.
• You will collaborate with the design team to develop system requirements and functional specification documents for handoff to engineering and operations teams.
• You will work with operations to ensure that commissioning and testing plans are in accordance with the "As-Sold" concept and system acceptance criteria.

Your profile

• You have obtained a Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification may be required in some areas.
• You have gained a minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in a related field and successful demonstration of knowledge and responsibilities.
• You are proficient in automation layout and design with AutoCAD 2D or Navisworks.
• You have working knowledge of 3D CAD modeling and drafting.
• You understand automation controls, and you have an interest in cross-discipline responsibilities.
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• You have a strong ability to document technical decisions with illustrations and clear verbal explanations.
• You have excellent analytical skills.
• Proven ability of high-quality output to exceed customers' expectations.
• You can travel 25%.

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Your working environment at Krber

Krber 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 hybrid work setting with 3 days in the office.

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 of 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.
• Your annual base pay range for this role is estimated to be $123,240 - $166,400 at the time of posting.

Can you see yourself in this profile? Then Krber is the right place for you. We look forward to getting to know you!

Equal opportunity employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the recruiting process, please let us know at jobs@koerber.com.

Disclaimer: This job advertisement is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of all duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, experience, education, skills, location, and market and business considerations. Applications must be submitted via our career site.

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The Krber Business Area Supply Chain is part of the international technology group Krber with about 13,000 employees and more than 100 locations worldwide. We uniquely provide a broad range of proven, end-to-end supply chain solutions fitting any business size, strategy or appetite for growth. Our customers conquer the complexity of the supply chain thanks to our portfolio that includes software, automation, mail and parcel solutions, voice solutions, robotics, and materials handling - plus the expertise to tie it all together. Krber helps to manage the supply chain as a competitive advantage. Conquer supply chain complexity - with Krber.