Warehouse Automation Engineer

Ryder System, Inc.

. Identify, evaluate, pilot, and deploy new warehouse automation technologies .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in warehouse automation technologies, including sortation conveyor systems and autonomous vehicles, while effectively managing implementation projects and conducting ROI analyses. Strong ability to collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to optimize warehouse operations and ensure successful technology deployment.

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Warehouse Automation ExperienceROI Analysis DevelopmentProject Management SkillsVendor CoordinationData Analytics Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Warehouse AutomationMaterial Handling TechnologiesIndustrial EngineeringWarehouse Systems IntegrationFinancial Business Case AnalysisAutomation DesignData AnalyticsWarehouse Design ToolsLean MethodsSimulation

Soft Skills

PlanningTime ManagementCollaborationDecision-MakingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

CADWMSLabor Management SoftwareData Visualization SoftwareNetwork Design Tools

Industry Keywords

Warehouse Management OperationsAutomation TechnologiesRobotic ExperienceForklift ApplicationsRacking Designs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, evaluate, pilot, and deploy new warehouse automation technologies
Support RFPs and new-business projects by selecting and validating automation technologies
Build ROI analyses and business justifications for solution selection
Support presentations, vendor technology reviews, and requests for quotes
Validate vendor FSD/SOW documents and identify contractual gaps
Review automation designs for implementation considerations, clearance, power requirements, cost effectiveness, and SLA targets
Manage smaller implementation projects, including project plans, milestones, requirements, and punch lists
Attend implementation status calls and coordinate vendor and onsite staff communication
Support onsite Solution Acceptance Testing and post-go-live hypercare
Analyze dashboard, technology-control, WMS, and WES data to optimize systems
Partner with vendors to resolve Priority 1–5 automation performance tickets
Develop pilot hypotheses, proof-of-concept plans, teams, locations, approvals, vendor evaluations, and timelines
Coordinate value justification with senior management and cross-functional teams
Review team strategy with the manager, set personal goals, validate spending, and support budget tracking

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field of study
3 years or more experience in warehouse automation, material handling technologies, industrial engineering or warehouse systems integration (preferred)
2 years or more demonstrated experience in warehouse automation
Experience in warehouse automation, preferably including sortation conveyor, goods-to-person, autonomous vehicles/robots, or ASRS’s
Automation, management consulting, and physical/process robotic experience
Knowledge of warehouse management operations, data analytics, industrial engineering, warehouse types, and Lean methods
Knowledge of material handling equipment and automation types, including forklift applications, racking designs, packaging devices, and automation design
Experience with warehouse design tools such as CAD, slotting, MOST, simulation, WMS, and labor management; network design tools and data visualization software are a plus
Industrial or Mechanical Engineering knowledge or equivalent warehouse operational knowledge
Financial business case analysis experience is preferred
Strong planning, time management, collaboration, decision-making, organization, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to create professional relationships across organizational levels
30–40% travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan may be available depending on level and/or type
Medical insurance
Prescription coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance options
Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave
Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan