Overview
Sr. Project Engineer – Warehouse / AGV (Wilson, NC, US, 27893)
We are Reckitt
Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.
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Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen.If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships.Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.
About the role
As a Senior Project Engineer specializing in warehouse and AGV systems, you will play a pivotal role in leading capital investment initiatives and master plan projects across factory logistics and material handling operations. You’ll provide technical direction and subject matter expertise in automated warehouse infrastructure, AGV deployment, and intralogistics optimization. Your leadership will drive improvements in throughput, operational efficiency, and asset reliability while aligning with overall plant performance goals.
Your responsibilities
- Lead warehouse and AGV scope execution across the project lifecycle, coordinating with cross-functional teams, consultants, and suppliers to ensure safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets are met.
- Manage warehouse and AGV system design phases (concept, basic, detailed) with design consultants and vendors; participate in design reviews and workshops to ensure high-quality engineering deliverables.
- Oversee AGV and warehouse automation packages including racking systems, conveyors, WMS integration, charging stations, and navigation infrastructure from vendor selection through FAT, installation, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (production, maintenance, quality, R&D) for seamless handover of warehouse systems and documentation.
- Support startup activities including commissioning of AGV fleets and warehouse systems, validation protocols, and integration into SOP, PM, and QMS frameworks.
- Ensure warehouse and AGV documentation adheres to GDP standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, OSHA, ISO).
- Develop and manage project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and detailed implementation schedules for warehouse and AGV scope.
- Lead or mentor junior engineers and technicians in warehouse automation and AGV deployment.
- Generate and manage engineering documentation including layout drawings, URS, traffic flow maps, and validation protocols.
- Conduct regular project meetings to communicate warehouse and AGV scope progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
- Supervise contractors and field installation teams to ensure workmanship meets corporate standards and supports operational integrity through startup and commissioning.
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This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time.
The experience we're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent experience.
- 8+ years of engineering experience including 3+ years in capital project management.
- Deep understanding of warehouse automation, AGV technologies, and material handling systems.
- Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
- Proven experience in warehouse systems, AGV deployment, or intralogistics within factory operations or capital projects.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with ability to lead cross-functional coordination.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, warehouse layout planning, and AGV fleet management software.
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical, food & beverage, or healthcare manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of hygiene design, GMP logistics, and validation practices.
- Understanding of project execution lifecycle and ability to drive results across diverse teams.
The skills for success
Supply Chain Management, Business Partnership, Collaboration and partnership building, Relationship Management, Business accumen, Productivity management, Improve business processes, Advanced Analytics, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics Management.
What we offer
With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.
Salary Range
USDÂ $115,000.00 – Â $173,000.00
Pay Transparency
The base salary range for this role will vary based on experience in job and industry, training and education, skills relevant to the position, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to the base salary, the position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, which is subject to change each year.Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; 16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; discounts; and much more. Our compensation and benefits packages aim to give our talent the reward, protection, and peace of mind they deserve.If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete your application, please contact NAtalentacquisition@reckitt.com. Reckitt is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
Equality
We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
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