Daifuku
Structural Designer II
1325 Rodeo Drive, Bolingbrook, IL 60490
On-site
First seen by offpeak October 6, 2026
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Overview
About UsDaifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
Job Summary
Involved with projects from the quote stage to final engineering. Typical projects include the design and installation of industrial steel storage rack, structural steel platforms, conveyor support structures, shelving, elevated walkways, and custom designed products in large distribution centers. This position offers a unique
opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with the Structural Engineering team to review project designs, establish detailing requirements, and develop project schedules and milestone dates.
- Prepare detailed fabrication drawings and models using Advance Steel, AutoCAD, and Revit.
- Collaborate with the Structural Engineering team to identify, evaluate, and resolve design and detailing issues.
- Develop steel erection drawings, deck layouts, and flooring plans to support field installation activities.
- Generate bills of material (BOMs) for fabricated steel, decking, and flooring components to support purchasing and fabrication operations.
- Assist Structural Engineers with the layout, detailing, and design of new structures and modifications to existing storage systems using AutoCAD and Revit.
- Conduct occasional travel to project sites for field verification, coordination, and construction support.
- Evaluate project detailing solutions to optimize project efficiency, constructability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Review, optimize and document detailing procedures for efficiency, accuracy and cost effectiveness
Qualifications
- Associates degree in Structural, Architectural, or Mechanical design or equivalent experience
- Preferred 5+ years of structural steel detailing experience
- Previous material handling or construction experience is a plus
- Proficiency with Advance Steel, Revit and AutoCAD
- Proficiency with SolidWorks is a plus
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to learn the material handling business and assist across teams and divisions within Daifuku
- Ability to handle multiple project assignments and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced results oriented environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers and vendors
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented
- Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language
Benefit Information
- Many great benefits to include Health/Vision/Dental/401k with match/Pet Insurance
- FSA/HSA
- Employee Assistance Program
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