About the Role

The Ground System Deployments team is looking for an innovative, collaborative and self-driven Civil Project Engineer to join the team to ensure the successful deployment of Zipline’s Ground Systems in all possible applications and configurations. 

This role is well suited to seasoned civil engineers looking to apply their experience designing novel and innovative sites, foundations and structures to advance and accelerate the new and growing industry of  autonomous drone delivery ground systems. 

With broad scope to influence the design of current and next generation systems this role will jopin a stellar team responsible for the site level designs, layouts, civil designs, structural and foundation designs and implementation. Interacting with various mechanical, structural and electrical engineering stakeholders across the organization this role will  ensure the overall system and its site design work hand in hand to ensure the successful deployment of Ziplines Ground Systems within cost and timeline goals. 

This role has a mandate to drive positive change through the organization - as problems or scenarios occur this individual will be tasked with both 0 to 1 problem/project responsibility and also working with the broad engineering and deployments organization to implement foundation changes to product and process as needed. 

This position can be based out of our San Francisco, Dallas or Houston Offices. Onsite is preferred, but this role can be remote flexible with up to 50% travel for the right candidate.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Act as the Civil Engineer of Record for Zipline projects in Texas and other jurisdictions
• Create, refine and update civil layouts for the sites. Act as the Zipline representative for any technical clarifications from cities or jurisdictions regarding our designs. 
• Contribute to the civil and site design standards of Zipline sites. 
• Contribute to the pavement, drainage, and sitescape designs and approaches of Zipline sites and structures. 
• Advise on permitting, codes and and other certification efforts relevant to the projects and structures.  
• Engage and interact with cities and relevant inspectors or relevant external parties to ensure timely project approvals and deployment. 
• Ensure relevant and applicable civil strategies are investigated and implemented where appropriate - grading designs, curb designs, pavement designs
• Understand our internal and external customer’s business and needs and work with our internal engineering and business teams to refine and roadmap necessary changes to ensure the successful deployment of the Ground Systems infrastructure. 
• Source and develop relationships with outside organizations (local jurisdiction, utilities, contractors, OEM and material suppliers etc).
• Evaluate all options and a lean budget, select best vendors to ensure reliable and quality services and products.
• Understand and mitigate the preconstruction, construction, operational and sustaining  risks associated with each project. 
• Interact directly with internal and external partners and stakeholders as needed. 
• Domestic travel to project sites expected on an ad-hoc basis. 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Civil Professional Engineering qualification with stamping capacity in Texas (or the ability to quickly obtain stamping capacity in Texas). Ability to stamp in Arizona and other sunbelt states a strong preference, or the ability and capacity to quickly gain this qualification. 
• Bachelor's degree or higher  with minimum 6 years of experience.
• The individual should have an Engineering background (Civil, others acceptable with relevant experience and stamping capacity) and have worked in the construction, electrical design/EPC, or renewable energy industry, or equivalent industries for 4+ years. The individual should have experience (4yrs+) in working with:
  • Civil codes and building standards, and applicable design and management software.
  • Technical Product Management, Technical Program Management or applicable areas.
  • Systems engineering and  system architecture.
  • External design teams (Architectural, Structural, Civil,Electrical MEPs) on commercial or industrial development  / construction projects.
  • Experience with automated logistics, UAV aviation, EVSE Charging, Renewable Energy and Battery Energy Storage Systems or equivalent industries a plus. 

• Strong candidates should have excellent communications skills to:
  • Drive internal alignment of requirements for projects based on business needs.
  • Provide leadership team with updates on scope, schedule and budgets. 
  • Drive external parties for the implementation of real estate projects. 
• Must be eligible to work in the US.

What Else You Need To Know

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

Injection Molding Process Engineer

Overview

US Conec is seeking a skilled Injection Molding Process Engineer to join our Fort Worth team. In this role, you’ll lead and optimize injection molding operations, develop and maintain support infrastructure, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. You’ll serve as the technical expert for molding systems and equipment, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

This position is ideal for candidates with strong mechanical engineering backgrounds and hands-on experience in injection molding environments who thrive in fast-paced, precision-driven settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test machinery and equipment under the direction of engineering staff
• Serve as the technical expert for injection molding support infrastructure including pumps, filters, chillers, evaporative coolers, piping systems, heat transfer, air quality, compressed air, and electrical systems
• Act as a safety leader for all aspects of injection molding operations and general industrial practices
• Diagnose tooling, processing, or equipment issues by inspecting molded parts and applying root cause analysis
• Create procedures and protocols for reacting to machine alarms and press alerts
• Stay with test runs or new tool startups unless redirected by high-priority production needs
• Develop standardized processes for:
• Process adjustments
• New tool introduction
• Test runs
• Molding procedures
• Machine conversions
• Standardize communication expectations including startup notifications and issue tracking
• Collaborate with shift leads to determine production priorities and scheduling

Must Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Experience with lot number traceability, engineering-grade resins, and specification-driven processes
• Expertise in injection molding equipment including specifying, upgrading, repairing, and maintaining systems
• Ability to develop and implement preventative maintenance (PM) programs
• Deep knowledge of auxiliary equipment such as mold water/oil heaters, hot manifold systems, screws, barrels, ceramic barrel heater bands, material drying and conveying systems, and dew-point meters
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• Safety-first mindset and collaborative approach

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus potential
• 4 weeks of PTO to relax and recharge
• Health, dental, and vision plans to support you and your family
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match and planning resources
• A collaborative, team-based culture focused on innovation and quality
• Paid holidays and employee recognition programs
• Opportunities to work with advanced molding technologies and infrastructure systems
• STEM outreach and community engagement initiatives

US Conec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. 

Overview

As the Industrial Engineer - Warehouse Design & Automation, you will be a technical leader responsible for designing, engineering, and scaling warehouse facilities across a multi-site fulfillment network. Your primary mission is to translate business demand and growth forecasts into data-driven, buildable warehouse designs that optimize throughput, labor efficiency, space utilization, and cost.

This role partners closely with Operations, Real Estate, Facilities, IT, Finance, and external automation vendors to deliver standardized, scalable solutions for greenfield builds, expansions, and retrofits. You will bring a strong systems mindset, deep understanding of material flow, and a bias for simplicity, operability, and long-term sustainability.

What You’ll Do

Warehouse Design & Engineering

• Design end-to-end warehouse layouts for new facilities, expansions, and retrofits, supporting high-throughput fulfillment operations.
• Engineer material flows from inbound receiving through outbound shipping, ensuring efficient, safe, and ergonomic processes.
• Define building-level requirements including dock counts, clear heights, column spacing, power, floor loading, and equipment zoning, in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and maintain layout drawings, design assumptions, and engineering narratives for leadership, finance, and vendor review.

MHE & Automation Engineering

• Specify, evaluate, and engineer material handling and automation systems including:
• Conveyors, sorters, and divert systems
• Pick modules, pallet flow, case flow, and mezzanines
• AMRs, AGVs, and goods-to-person solutions
• Packaging, labeling, dimensioning, and weighing systems
  
  
• Develop functional specifications, throughput targets, and redundancy strategies for automation systems.
• Partner with integrators and vendors through RFPs, design reviews, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and go-live support.

Capacity Modeling & Data Analysis

• Build capacity, throughput, and labor models using forecasted volumes, SKU profiles, and order characteristics.
• Analyze peak scenarios, seasonality, and failure modes to stress-test designs.
• Quantify trade-offs between labor, automation, space utilization, service levels, and cost.
• Use post-launch operational data to refine assumptions and continuously improve design standards.

Financial Analysis & Business Case Development

• Develop CapEx and OpEx estimates for MHE and automation investments.
• Support ROI, payback period, and total cost of ownership analyses.
• Partner with Finance and Leadership to support capital planning and investment decisions.
• Drive standardization across facilities to reduce engineering variability and lifecycle cost.

Launch Support & Continuous Improvement

• Support warehouse launches and expansions through go-live and stabilization.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Controls teams to resolve systemic design issues.
• Perform post-launch audits and feed learnings back into network design standards and playbooks.
• Document and maintain reference designs, engineering standards, and best practices.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Alternatively, equivalent hands-on experience designing warehouse automation systems may be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in warehouse design, material handling engineering, or automation.
• Proven experience designing high-volume distribution or fulfillment centers.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel; SQL, Python, or simulation tools are a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar layout and design tools.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in large-scale e-commerce, retail, or 3PL fulfillment networks.
• Familiarity with WMS concepts and system integration dependencies.
• Greenfield warehouse launch experience.
• Experience working directly with automation integrators or MHE vendors.
  
  

Key Attributes

• Strong systems thinker with the ability to design for scale, peak, and failure scenarios.
• Data-driven decision maker who can clearly communicate technical trade-offs to non-technical stakeholders.
• Practical, operations-aware engineer who values simplicity, maintainability, and standardization.
• Builder mindset with a desire to create mechanisms, standards, and repeatable solutions.