Robotics Engineering Product Manager
Listed on 2026-02-06
-
Engineering
Operations Manager, Systems Engineer
Jabil’s Digital Commerce division is seeking a Robotics Engineering Product Manager to work in Lexington, KY, St. Petersburg, FL or remote for the right candidate.
How will you make an impact?Jabil's Digital Commerce division delivers the hardware and systems powering modern retail and logistics, including warehouse automation, in-store digitalization, and payment solutions. As we scale, we're adding dedicated product management to drive strategic investment in our technical capabilities.
The Robotics Engineering Product Manager owns the "what" and "why" of our technical portfolio - the capabilities we build, including skillsets and platforms. You'll serve as the connective tissue between commercial teams, customers, and technical teams, ensuring what we build is technically coherent, economically sensible, and aligned to
What will you do?- Define and prioritize capability investments, balancing near‑term customer needs with long‑term platform strategy
- Contribute to portfolio planning alongside commercial and technical leadership
- Partner with commercial leadership to scope opportunities and translate capabilities into customer value
- Partner with technical leadership to ensure investments align with platform architecture
- Engage directly with customers to understand needs and validate solutions
- Translate customer needs and market signals into clear problem statements and acceptance criteria
- Own lifecycle decisions, including when to continue, adjust, or sunset capabilities
- Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred in disciplines in Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Design, Computer Science, Business Management, or other similar related disciplines.
- At least 15 years of total work experience in an OEM or manufacturing environment required.
- A minimum of 7 years of product management experience in robotics, automation, or industrial technologies (warehouse automation, AMRs, AGVs, or industrial robotics experience strongly valued)
- Experience in B2B, design services, contract manufacturing, or engineering services environments
- Strong technical fluency; ability to engage credibly with engineering teams on architecture and feasibility trade‑offs
- Demonstrated ability to translate ambiguous customer needs into clear problem statements
- Experience working cross‑functionally with commercial, engineering, and operations teams
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to influence without direct authority
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a e‑mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e‑mail with a e‑mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e‑mail.
If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline () and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).