Senior Solutions Engineering Manager

Evaluate automation opportunities within existing and new operations.

Develop business cases, financial analysis, and return on investment (ROI) calculations for automation projects.

Recommend appropriate warehouse technologies including:

Conveyor systems

Sortation systems

Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems (AS/RS)

Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)

Robotic Picking Solutions

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Support procurement and vendor selection processes.

Manage implementation of approved automation projects.

Lead engineering workstreams for new customer implementations.

Develop implementation plans, timelines, and project deliverables.

Coordinate cross-functional project teams across multiple countries.

Monitor project progress, risks, budgets, and deliverables.

Ensure engineering projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Lead and develop the regional Solutions Engineering team.

Allocate engineering resources across regional projects.

Coach and mentor engineering professionals.

Promote collaboration between Commercial, Operations, Procurement, Finance, and IT.

Drive a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business or related discipline.

Master's Degree desirable.

Minimum 15 years' experience in industrial engineering, warehouse design, supply chain management, or Contract Logistics.

Extensive experience within Third-Party Logistics (3PL), retail distribution, manufacturing, e-commerce or consumer goods.

Demonstrated experience designing warehouse layouts and operational workflows.

Strong experience developing engineered labour standards and labour models.

Extensive experience using AutoCAD.

Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Strong understanding of warehouse automation technologies.

Experience developing business cases, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and Return on Investment (ROI) analysis.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent presentation and customer-facing communication skills.

Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Visio, SQL, SmartSheet and Access skills.

Proven project management experience across complex regional projects.

Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen.

Ability to work across multiple countries and cultures.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.

Prince2, PMP or equivalent Project Management qualification.

Experience implementing warehouse automation projects internationally.

Experience with simulation and warehouse modelling software.

Experience supporting multinational logistics operations.

Knowledge of regional logistics regulations and compliance requirements.

Leadership

Customer Focus

Strategic Thinking

Commercial Awareness

Engineering Excellence

Innovation

Analytical Thinking

Project Management

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Decision Making

Planning & Organisation

Stakeholder Management

Win rate of engineering-supported proposals.

Accuracy of engineering cost models.

Timely delivery of engineering support for customer opportunities.

Project implementation performance (cost, quality, schedule).

Customer satisfaction during solution design and implementation.

Productivity improvements delivered across Contract Logistics operations.

ROI achieved on automation investments.

Continuous improvement initiatives implemented.

Engineering team development and capability growth.

The Senior Solutions Engineering Manager is responsible for making technical and engineering decisions relating to warehouse design, operational efficiency, automation solutions, and customer proposals. The role exercises significant judgement in evaluating commercial opportunities, balancing operational requirements with financial objectives, and recommending engineering solutions that support regional business growth. Strategic decisions with significant financial or operational impact are made in conjunction with senior leadership.

This role has access to commercially sensitive customer information, pricing models, engineering designs, business development strategies, and operational data. The post holder must maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and comply with all company policies relating to data protection, information security, and confidentiality.

Crane Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local law.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in recruitment, training, career development, promotion, compensation, and all other aspects of employment. We value diversity and believe that an inclusive workforce strengthens our organisation, enhances innovation, and better serves our customers across the EMEIA region.