Advanced Robotic Systems Lead
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Job Description
Mission
The Advanced Robotic Systems Lead drives the strategic development and deployment of next‑generation robotic technologies—such as humanoids, intelligent AMRs, and multi-mobile robotic ecosystems—to enhance operational excellence, product quality, and workplace safety across industrial environments. The role ensures that robotics becomes a competitive advantage, accelerating the company’s transition toward Industry 5.0.
Core Leadership Responsibilities:
- Technology Vision & Roadmap
Define and steer the company’s robotics innovation strategy, identifying disruptive solutions (AI-enabled robotics, advanced vision systems, intelligent sensing) and translating them into scalable industrial applications.
- End-to-End Program Leadership
Oversee the full lifecycle of advanced robotics initiatives—from concept and simulation to industrial deployment—ensuring alignment with business priorities and maximizing ROI.
- Operational Performance & Productivity
Guarantee performance excellence of robotic systems, leveraging KPI-driven governance (efficiency, cycle time, system uptime) to improve throughput and reduce operational losses.
- Regulatory Compliance & Safety Governance
Ensure all robotic applications comply with international safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218, Machinery Directive), establishing a robust risk‑management and safety framework.
- High-Performing Team Leadership
Build, mentor, and empower a multidisciplinary technical organization (robotics engineers, automation experts, PLC/robot programmers), fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Digital Integration & Industry 5.0 Enablement
Guide the convergence of robotics with enterprise IT/OT architectures, enabling data-driven operations, autonomous decision-making, and collaborative human-robot work environments.
Executive Competencies:
- Strategic Foresight: Ability to detect emerging trends in robotics and translate them into competitive advantage.
- Innovation Leadership: Proven track record in introducing frontier technologies into complex industrial settings.
- Cross-Functional Influence: Skilled in aligning engineering, operations, IT, and safety organizations toward shared transformation goals.
- Decision-Making Under Complexity: Comfortable managing high-impact, multi-site, technology-intensive programs.
- Change Management: Ability to lead organizational transformation linked to automation and advanced robotics adoption.
Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
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