[Remote] Lead Warehouse Design Engineer - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GXO Logistics, Inc. is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions. As the Lead Industrial Engineer, Warehouse Design, you will be responsible for leading the development of design packages and managing engineering activities during implementation phases, including vendor management and systems installation.ResponsibilitiesCollaborates with Data Analytics team to analyze client data to determine order profiles, storage media application, product slotting, velocity, SKU affinities, ABC analysisPrepares engineering calculations and documents to describe solution and detailed operating concepts such as storage and shipping capacity, facility sizing, zoning, slotting, waving, etc. and facilitates reviews with key work stream leads including engineering peers, WMS Implementation, and operationsDesigns the overall facility layout, storage media, and flow paired with the appropriate equipment supporting the Concept of OperationsSupports the business development process by supporting the solutions team’s response to RFPs including developing materials and presenting to potential clientsEvaluate and compare manual and automated warehouse solutions, develop detailed ROI, payback, and use these insights to drive data‑based warehouse layout, process, and design recommendationsLeads detailed engineering process on new business awards to take the design from conceptualization to full detailed design ready for implementation by performing data analyses, developing material handling specifications, working with vendors to obtain quotes, and generating a detailed, engineered AutoCAD layout with fitment into the selected facilityJoint Planning Sessions with client and conducts gap analysis to ensure issues are resolved; identifies changes to the scope when they occur and provides necessary documentation and escalationParticipates on a team responsible for the implementation of new business by preparing WMS configuration documentation that includes all needed locations, slotting, zoning, sequences for put-away and picking, and allocation rules for the facility. Supports the identification and design of new WMS and interface requirements needed for developmentManages material handling and automation vendors through schedule, permitting, installation, commissioning, punch lists, etc. and validates all equipment installation, including necessary performance testingPost go-live support and troubleshootingProvides leadership and develop/mentor junior engineersSkillsBachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent related work or military experience4 years of engineering experience in supply chain management, logistics, warehousing or a related fieldExperience leading Engineering teamsExperience with Microsoft Office8-10 years of experience as an Industrial EngineerExperience with Advanced data tools like SQL, Power BI and PythonExtensive AutoCAD experienceAbility to travel up to 50%Time study measurement, such as MOST, a plusThird-Party Logistics (3PL) experience warehousing, distribution center or fulfillment experienceAnalyticalProject and resource management experienceBenefitsCompetitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and moreCompany OverviewGame-changing opportunities for our customers, employees and investors. Advanced automation that achieves logistics at full potential. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.gxo.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipGXO Logistics, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 5 in 2022, 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.