Intelligent Logistics Engineer

About the role

HELI, a leading global provider of industrial forklifts and intelligent logistics solutions, is seeking an Intelligent Logistics Engineer to join its South‑America team. Based in Zonamerica, Uruguay, you will support the development, implementation and promotion of Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) and smart warehousing projects across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver localized technical presentations on AGV and intelligent warehousing solutions to manufacturing, logistics and industrial clients.
• Conduct on‑site surveys, collect and document dimensions, floor load capacity, workflow, layout and environmental data.
• Collaborate with engineering teams in China to design complete AGV solutions, including equipment selection, path planning, layout design, schedules and budgets.
• Prepare layout plans, path diagrams and technical proposal drawings using CAD software.
• Support commissioning, testing, deployment and on‑site troubleshooting of AGV systems.
• Travel across South America for short‑term business trips as required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Automation or a related field.
• Fluent English; Portuguese is a plus.
• Strong technical aptitude for site surveys, proposal preparation and project support after training.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem‑solving ability and capacity to work under pressure.
• Collaborative mindset with experience working in cross‑functional and international teams.

Required skills

• CAD
• AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) systems
• Robotics
• Warehouse automation
• Industrial automation

What we offer

• Full‑time, onsite position based in Zonamerica, Uruguay.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge automation projects across South America.
• Collaboration with international engineering teams and exposure to global logistics solutions.
• Regional travel and professional development in intelligent logistics.