Packaging & Material Handling System Engineer

About the role

The Role WSP is seeking a Senior Packaging & Material Handling Systems Engineer to support the planning, design, and delivery of packaging and material handling systems for industrial facilities. This role is ideal for an engineer who has a solid technical foundation and is ready to take ownership of project tasks while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. This role is open to candidates based in our Meridian, ID; Plover, WI; or Minneapolis, MN offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of packaging and material handling systems, including evaluation of existing client configurations, equipment layouts, conveyor configurations, and operational efficiency design.
• Leverage new technologies in automation and philosophies in manufacturing.
• Develop and review physical building layout drawings, equipment and system drawings, PFDs, P&IDs, and bid and construction packages.
• Absorb and review CAD deliverables, ensuring alignment with WSP and client standards.
• Assist with equipment specifications, RFPs, mass balances, and technical calculations.
• Work closely with project managers and senior engineers to deliver work within budget and schedule.
• Participate in design coordination meetings and contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Assist with site visits for data collection, field verification, and construction support.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members and, as appropriate, with clients.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Engineering or appropriate technical field, Engineering or a related technical field
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in material handling design, packaging systems, industrial facility design and automation
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with clients and project stakeholders
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD (2D/3D)
• Ability to interpret and work with scan data and point cloud files
• Understanding of operations in hygienic packaging production (food, beverage, or consumer products) and industrial manufacturing operations
• Strong mechanical reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in team-based, consulting environments
• Willingness to travel approximately 10–25%

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering degree preferred (years of applicable experience to be considered)
• Consulting experience in industrial or facilities engineering
• Experience with automation, industrial material handling, packaging equipment, conveying systems, automated guided vehicles or similar transport vehicles
• Exposure to vendor coordination and construction-phase support
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary project delivery in a consulting environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with developing client-facing experience

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $75,600 - $108,130

About WSP

ABOUT US WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com

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