Material Handling Designer
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
This position assists and supports others in a department, subdivision, function or project. The position relies primarily on established policies, procedures, and applicable work practices to make decisions as they apply to the job duties and responsibilities
The Mechanical Associate Designer I/II will work on BMH Conveyers design and detailed Engineering.
Operating under detailed instructions and review, the purpose of this position is to provide the essential technical knowledge and perform the work listed. This role has the responsibility to promote Virta/Fluor's competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. The purpose of this position is to work on drawings of routine scope to support the Design Area Lead or Lead.
Key Accountabilities
• Prepare and develop material handling system deliverables, including equipment flow diagrams, plot plans, conveyor routing, transfer towers, and coordinate finalization.
• Produce design deliverables such as 2D/3D models, manufacturing drawings, and assembly drawings.
• Review customer specifications and evaluate their impact on equipment design.
• Coordinate technical inputs and collaborate with global teams to meet project schedules and deliverables.
• Support job sites, vendors, clients, fabrication shops, and manufacturing facilities, including troubleshooting activities as required.
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of design standards, specifications, guides, and design control procedures.
• Participate effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering and design team environment.
Technical Competencies
• Strong knowledge of bulk material handling systems and mechanical design fundamentals.
• Proficiency in equipment layout, conveyor routing, transfer towers, and related design requirements.
• Knowledge of drawing standards, material handling standards, and standard steel fabrication practices.
• Basic understanding of interdisciplinary requirements, including Structural and Electrical Engineering interfaces.
• Ability to apply relevant local, national, and international codes, standards, and guidelines.
• Strong technical knowledge required to execute assigned engineering and design activities.
Behavioral Competencies
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to planning, coordination, follow-up, and meeting project schedules.
• Effective communication and collaboration with internal teams, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work successfully in multidisciplinary, global, and multicultural environments.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and apply new technologies, standards, and procedures.
• Flexibility to travel to project sites, vendor facilities, and client locations as required.
Basic Job Requirements
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 4–6 years of experience in the design and development of bulk material handling conveyor systems.
Tools
• AutoCAD
• Inventor
• MicroStation and Tekla (added advantage)
• Microsoft Office tools
Other Job Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
To be Considered Candidates:
Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.