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The purpose of the Logistics Engineer position is to design and implement best practices and standard processes related to driving continuous performance improvement across transportation/distribution operations with Covenant Logistics. This includes implementation of business expansion projects or correct any issues with substandard existing operations. 

Responsibilities

• Designing logistics (Transportation or Distribution) solutions that deliver financial value to our internal or external customers.
• Demonstrating an understanding of our customer's business
• Developing operationally feasible designs that are aligned with our customer's needs.
• Helping develop and deliver a compelling proposal that influences the customer decision to select Landair.
• Support awarded business throughout the startup process, successfully transitioning design and proposal assumptions to Operations.
• Support the bid submission process by reviewing RFP documents, understand data, develop questions to clarify gaps and develop initial hypothesis specific to a specific solution design that solves our customer's needs & delivers unique value.
• Data validation, cleansing, profiling, baseline development & defining scenarios to model.
• Calculating labor, equipment, facility, and expense requirements based on transportation and warehousing design assumptions. Develop process flows, concept of operations and value propositions consistent with the win strategy and work with IT to develop concept of systems. Coordinate with Pricing and other functions to develop cost and pricing models as well as relevant assumptions.
• Develop optimizations scenarios and strategies that are aligned with objectives.
• Support technical review presentations and design validation meetings
• Implementation follow-up, which requires engineer to validate and modify deployed process to ensure that it matches plan.
• Develop and improve engineering tools and methodologies to ensure industry best practices.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Superb data organization and cleansing skills
• Exhibit advanced skills and concepts using design applications, tools, techniques, and methodologies to analyze and design complex transportation and warehousing networks.
• Familiarity in simulation tools, transportation & warehouse management systems, ERPs, Automation, MHE, Visibility Tools, and industry leading technologies preferred.
• Ability to influence the project teams by using facts, statistics, and analytics.
• Comprehend complex supply chain and transportation solutions and segment design processes into manageable elements and process steps.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex designs, concepts, and regulations into terms readily understood.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel, and PowerPoint (expert level)
• Knowledgeable of visualization (Tableau, Microsoft) and database programming (advance level) preferred.
• Knowledge of effective metrics programs and design networks that are sustainable and measurable (advanced level)
• Must have proficiency in statistical analysis, simulation, and mathematical modeling.
• Experience in programming language (VBA or Python)
• Transportation Design (Beginner level knowledge):
  • Knowledge of dedicated and managed transportation industry
  • Required knowledge of equipment type such as dry van, temperature control, flat bed, and other specialized equipment
  • Transportation design tools such as: Mojo, Appian
• Warehouse Design (Intermediate level knowledge):
  • Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temperature control, warehouse layout/ design and Lean methods
  • Required knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.g. AS/RS) Warehouse Design Tools e.g.: CAD (e.g. AutoCAD); slotting (e.g. Slot3D); Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.g. MOST); simulation software and application; Warehouse Management Systems (e.g. High Jump, SAP - DWM or EWM); and Labor Management Systems. Network Design Tools (e.g., Llamasoft) and Data Analytics Software (e.g., Tableau) a plus (Beginner level)

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or Industrial Engineering
• One (1) year or more experience in the Transportation industry (e.g., Truckload, Multi-stop TL, LTL, Intermodal, Bulk, Rail, or Parcel services)
• Two (2) years or more experience in the Warehousing and/or Manufacturing industry (e.g., Industrial Engineering, Warehouse Operations, Operations)

Competitive Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence. Our total compensation approach balances market-driven salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure-ensuring your compensation is fair, motivating, and aligned with your growth.

• Pay Range: $86,585 - $141,743
• Pay Grade: 12
• 401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
• Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health-from preventive care to peace of mind:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Access
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Time to Recharge

We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Time off to Volunteer

Culture-Driven Perks

We've created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:

• Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
• Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
• Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life's challenges.
• Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members

Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Disability/Veteran

VEVRAA Federal Contractor