Project Manager - Robotic Applications
Mobile Industrial Robots A/S (MiR), a Teradyne subsidiary, is a prominent manufacturer of collaborative mobile robots. We are dedicated to developing user-friendly, flexible, and safe robots to help companies increase the efficiency of their operations. These unique, collaborative robots are used by manufacturers in a wide range of industries and healthcare sectors to automate their in-house transportation. As a first mover in the field, we have enjoyed a rapid, worldwide adoption of our unique and innovative robots. Mobile Industrial Robots is an international and motivated company, having dedicated employees who are passionate about making a difference and creating success and innovation within the world of robotics.
The MiR team is looking for a highly motivated and strategic Project Manager - Robotic Application who will work collaboratively with the team as well as a sole contributor to deliver imaginative, thorough, and practical leadership in support of application projects.
** This is a remote position. Our candidate will preferably live in the US and within an hour from a major airport.
Responsibilities:
Drive and monitor project work while aligning with MiR distribution and integration partners through end-customer acceptance
Escalation of critical issues that are outside the control of the project team and ownership of the process to drive outcomes and rapid resolution
Work collaboratively with Partners and MiR Account, Technical and Support teams in pre-sales evaluation and solutioning for end-customer application requirements and RFP (Request for Proposal) efforts
Create detailed Request for Quotation (RFQ) Packages in order to solicit contractor bids for services including integration
Lead evaluation of 3rd party contractor bids and participation in selection
Provide expert level application project support and guide distributors, integrators, and end-customers to successfully integrate, deploy, and commission MiR products and solutions.
Lead aspects of project financial planning, monitoring, reporting, scheduling and preparation of technical information as required for program/project planning
Lead application design review process for assigned accounts engaging the team to ensure thorough analysis, completion of Application Design Report and presentation of findings/recommendations to customers
Develop and sustain project related documentation consistent with MiR Application Project Project Guidelines - Project Workbook incorporating dashboard reporting, risk planning, schedule, open Issues tracking, change control/tracker and lessons learned, etc,
Basic Qualifications & Skills:
Minimum 5 years experience leading technical projects in commercial engagements from pre-sales through customer acceptantance
3+ years experience in industrial robotics or automation industry with integration experience preferred
Experience with AGV or AMR systems is a strong plus
Experience in technical, commercial and customer relationship management roles.
Familiarity with project financial management, controls, estimation
Enjoys complex problem-solving and collaboration and skills to lead and drive complex decisions using a systematic approach.
Experience influencing and directing without direct authority.
Ability to travel up to 40%
Education:
Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in an Engineering discipline, is required (or equivalent experience)
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred
5+ years of Technical Project Management experience is required