Solution Design Engineering CAC

Job Description

Location: Colombia or Medellin (with CAC regional scope)
Modality: Hybrid, Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm
Languages: English (B2 or higher), Spanish

As a Solution Design Engineer, you'll be at the center of our Contract Logistics operations across the CAC region. Based in Colombia, you will design tailored warehousing and distribution solutions for national and international clients across various industries.

This is a strategic and technical role that connects commercial, operations, implementation, and support functions (HSSE, HR, IT) to transform customer requirements into scalable logistics solutions. Your focus will be on dry warehousing, with occasional exposure to last-mile distribution.

What You’ll Do:

Design & Solution Development

• Create customized, data-driven logistics solutions (layout, storage, resources, technology).

• Lead the design of warehouse layouts using AutoCAD and 3D tools (SketchUp, Class).

• Build financial models (Excel) for cost estimation, P&L analysis, ROI, and business cases.

• Drive innovation and continuous improvement through solution pilots and process optimization.

Client Engagement & Proposal Management

• Collaborate directly with clients during RFQs, tenders, and commercial presentations.

• Lead workshops, identify business needs, and articulate value-added logistics solutions.

• Present technical and commercial proposals with a consultative approach.

Project Management & Implementation

• Act as a central point of contact coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners.

• Oversee solution deployments from planning through execution and post-implementation support.

• Ensure operational consistency with standardized documentation, training materials, and process flows.

Who You’ll Work With:

• Close collaboration with Business Development, Operations, IT, HR, Procurement, and Global teams.

• Regular interaction with clients and vendors across Colombia, Panama, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

• Occasional travel to operational sites across the region.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience in Contract Logistics, ideally with multinational providers.

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.

• Strong skills in AutoCAD, Excel, and 3D layout/design tools.

• Solid understanding of warehouse operations, logistics modeling, and commercial proposals.

• Experience in building cost models and understanding of TIR, NPV, and P&L structures.

• B2+ level English for technical discussions, client meetings, and documentation.

What You Bring:

• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with a consultative mindset.

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and navigate complex logistics environments.

• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.

• Enthusiasm for collaboration and building a positive team culture. #LI-MP1

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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