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Associate Director, Robotics Engineering – Physical AI
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Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, 08628, USA
Listed on 2026-09-06
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Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-06
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Robotics, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Lead a portfolio of robotics and autonomous automation programs from concept through implementation
- Define scope, evaluate technologies, and develop practical solutions aligned to business needs
- Guide design and deployment of robotics systems and equipment integration
- Support simulation studies, proof-of-concept development, commissioning, qualification, and startup
- Direct engineering firms, integrators, and vendors to achieve program objectives
- Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, Automation, Tech Ops, Digital Manufacturing, GSEC S&T Organizations, Global MPS, and Operations stakeholders
- Establish standards, governance, and roadmap priorities for robotics and advanced automation
- Coach and develop engineers and support broader adoption of new capabilities
- Lead advanced automation and robotics programs across manufacturing operations and multiple sites
- Deliver scalable physical AI and automation solutions that improve manufacturing and supply chain performance
- 8+ years of experience in robotics, automation, manufacturing engineering, biotech, pharma, or a related field
- Experience leading robotics or autonomous systems projects in regulated or industrial environments
- Experience with industrial robotics platforms and integration
- Experience with machine vision, AI-enabled automation, or autonomous material handling preferred
- Experience applying Deep Learning / Machine Learning models
- Experience in GMP or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
- Experience with commissioning, qualification, validation, and capital project execution
- Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
- Ability to lead change across functions and influence stakeholders
Strong problem-solving skills and sound engineering judgment - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related science field required
- Advanced degree preferred
- Visa sponsorship available
- Up to 50% domestic and international travel may be required
Demonstrates expertise in leading robotics and automation programs, with a strong focus on integrating advanced technologies and improving manufacturing performance. Proven ability to guide teams through project execution in regulated environments while fostering collaboration and innovation.
Highest-signal resume keywords- Robotics Program Leadership
- Industrial Robotics Integration
- Deep Learning / Machine Learning Application
- GMP Compliance Experience
- Project Execution in Regulated Environments
- Robotics
- Automation
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Machine Vision
- AI-Enabled Automation
- Commissioning
- Qualification
- Validation
- Capital Project Execution
- Integration
- Strong Communication
- Collaboration
- Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Influencing Stakeholders
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
- Advanced Degree Preferred
- Biotech
- Pharma
- Regulated Environments
- Manufacturing Operations
- Supply Chain Performance
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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