Warehouse Solutions Engineer
efm
Warehouse Solutions Engineer
efm
4PL logistics management using technology
efm · Moorabbin, Australia (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-20
Workplace: hybrid
Department: Warehousing
At efm Logistics, we're passionate about delivering smarter, more efficient supply chain solutions for some of Australia's best-known retail, FMCG, fashion and hardware brands. As part of the FMH Group, we're continuing to grow our warehousing capabilities and are looking for a Warehouse Solutions Engineer (Solutions Design Engineer) to join our Sales & Solutions team.
This is an opportunity to combine your technical design skills, analytical thinking and understanding of warehouse operations to develop practical, cost-effective solutions that deliver real results for our customers.
The Opportunity
Reporting to our General Manager - Sales & Solutions, you'll play a key role in designing warehouse solutions for new business opportunities and existing customers. From developing warehouse layouts and assessing automation opportunities to preparing costings and supporting customer tenders, you'll help turn customer requirements into solutions that work both operationally and commercially.
What You'll Be Doing
Design warehouse layouts, storage configurations and material flow solutions to improve efficiency and space utilisation.
Analyse customer requirements, operational volumes and workflows to develop practical warehouse solutions.
Evaluate automation opportunities, equipment requirements and labour needs to improve productivity and performance.
Prepare cost estimates, financial assessments and business cases to support commercial proposals and tender submissions.
Develop technical drawings, layouts and design documentation using AutoCAD and other relevant tools.
Support end-to-end tender processes, including solution presentations and customer workshops.
Collaborate with internal teams to validate designs and support implementation.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities across existing customer operations.
What You'll Bring
A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related technical discipline.
Around 3-5 years' experience in solution design, warehouse automation, material handling or a similar environment.
Experience using AutoCAD or similar design software to develop technical drawings and warehouse layouts.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret operational data and develop cost-effective solutions.
A solid understanding of warehouse operations, storage systems, material handling equipment and warehouse management systems.
Strong Excel skills and confidence preparing technical documentation, costings and presentations.
Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to present ideas and engage with customers and internal stakeholders.
Experience with warehouse automation, Power BI, SQL or warehouse management systems will be highly regarded.
What's On Offer
The opportunity to design innovative warehousing solutions for leading Australian brands.
A varied role spanning new business opportunities and continuous improvement across existing customers.
Close collaboration with experienced teams across Sales, Operations, Engineering and Technology.
The opportunity to contribute to the development of efm's growing warehousing capabilities.
Competitive remuneration based on experience, with genuine opportunities for career development.
Interested?
If you're passionate about warehouse design, operational efficiency and developing smarter supply chain solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
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efm is the largest fourth-party logistics (4PL) provider in Australia and New Zealand, coordinating end-to-end supply chains for clients. It works by combining skilled people, scalable technology, and partner networks to manage logistics, provide strategic advice, and drive cost savings. Its approach stands out because it combines large scale with hands-on, proactive teams and long-term partnerships beyond basic transport or warehousing. Its goal is to help customers optimize their supply chains, achieve efficiencies, and reduce logistics costs through actionable guidance and execution.
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