senior Process Engineer

About the role

Are you passionate about engineering excellence and continuous improvement? Do you thrive in dynamic 3PL environments where innovation meets logistics? We, DP World, are looking for a senior Engineer (Mechanical, Robotics or Technical Engineer) to join our team in Amsterdam, The Netherlands and drive process optimization, automation, and technical innovation across our operations, for 2 of our Contract Logistics Sites.

How you will contribute

As a key member of our engineering team, you will:

• Lead and support Engineering and Continuous Improvement initiatives at the site level, conducting work studies and developing standards to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—Operations, EHS, Quality, Site Management and Training department—to design and implement solutions aligned with business needs.
• Develop and maintain headcount analysis tools to assess the impact of business changes and support strategic decisions.
• Analyze and design logistical processes, including inbound/outbound flows, warehouse layouts, and semi-production processes.
• Propose and implement solutions in mechanization, automation, and WMS.
• Prepare engineering studies and cost calculations to reflect evolving operational processes.
• Provide recommendations for capital and operational equipment investments.
• Share expertise and support the professional development of engineering and operational teams.
• Creatively design and update warehouse layouts and physical workspaces.
• Draft process descriptions and functional specifications as needed.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Robotics or Technical), Supply Chain, Manufacturing Logistics. 
• 5+ years of experience in process/solution design within logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in supporting warehousing contracts with engineering expertise.
• Strong alignment and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Excel expert, Visio proficient), Project Management tools, and simulation software.
• Experience with WMS and/or ERP systems.
• Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Power BI is a plus.
• Project management knowledge of MTM or MOST.

Skills

• Exceptional Communication: You’re a clear, tactful communicator who can engage with stakeholders at all levels. This role has elements of a client facing role. 
• Problem Solver: You love tackling challenges and finding innovative solutions.
• Detail-Oriented: Precision and thoroughness are second nature to you.
• Collaborative: You thrive in cross-functional teams and contribute to shared success.