About the role
Are you passionate about engineering excellence and continuous improvement? Do you thrive in dynamic 3PL environments where innovation meets logistics? We, DP World, are looking for a senior Engineer (Mechanical, Robotics or Technical Engineer) to join our team in Amsterdam, The Netherlands and drive process optimization, automation, and technical innovation across our operations, for 2 of our Contract Logistics Sites.
How you will contribute
As a key member of our engineering team, you will:
- Lead and support Engineering and Continuous Improvement initiatives at the site level, conducting work studies and developing standards to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams—Operations, EHS, Quality, Site Management and Training department—to design and implement solutions aligned with business needs.
- Develop and maintain headcount analysis tools to assess the impact of business changes and support strategic decisions.
- Analyze and design logistical processes, including inbound/outbound flows, warehouse layouts, and semi-production processes.
- Propose and implement solutions in mechanization, automation, and WMS.
- Prepare engineering studies and cost calculations to reflect evolving operational processes.
- Provide recommendations for capital and operational equipment investments.
- Share expertise and support the professional development of engineering and operational teams.
- Creatively design and update warehouse layouts and physical workspaces.
- Draft process descriptions and functional specifications as needed.
What you will bring
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Robotics or Technical), Supply Chain, Manufacturing Logistics.
- 5+ years of experience in process/solution design within logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments.
- Proven experience in supporting warehousing contracts with engineering expertise.
- Strong alignment and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Excel expert, Visio proficient), Project Management tools, and simulation software.
- Experience with WMS and/or ERP systems.
- Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt certification is a plus.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and Power BI is a plus.
- Project management knowledge of MTM or MOST.
Skills
- Exceptional Communication: You’re a clear, tactful communicator who can engage with stakeholders at all levels. This role has elements of a client facing role.
- Problem Solver: You love tackling challenges and finding innovative solutions.
- Detail-Oriented: Precision and thoroughness are second nature to you.
- Collaborative: You thrive in cross-functional teams and contribute to shared success.
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